Students were given an opportunity to explore teaching as a career when a program, designed to assist teachers in music classes, was developed to use student aides. (Author/RK)

Discusses laboratory-centered methods courses, the improvement of the teaching-learning situation, and the expansion of student teacher experience. (Author/RK)

Criticizes the curricula of most university music schools and conservatories in the United States for their lack of a global approach and for their focus on Western classical music. Encourages the development of a new curriculum that includes the study of folk, popular, and non-Western musics. (LS)

Describes a college level course in opera for nonmusic education students. Contends that students benefited from the enriching experience of the course. Includes a list of 10 operas recommended for an introductory course. (CFR)

Argues that history must be included in the study of music to understand the context of the composer's era. Maintains that historical performance information, music technology, the place of music in society, music literature, and performing practices also should be included. Provides four charts of recommended resources. (CFR)

Offers ideas on how to develop a course on popular music. Notes the importance of obtaining prior administrative support. Identifies materials, techniques, books, films, and community resources. Suggests several classroom projects, incorporating popular music history and music activities. Lists books, periodicals, and videotaped materials for…