STR 564T Classical Guitar Pedagogy
Classical Guitar Pedagogy focuses on developing practical skills and knowledge for guitarists to teach effectively. Topics covered include developmental and cognitive psychology, didactic resources, course planning, classroom and time management, individual and group teaching (including group guitar class and ensemble coaching), cultivating a positive classroom culture and sense of belonging, technology, and teaching phylosophy. Students should expect to actively teach in various settings, design lesson/class plans, and engage in critical thinking. The concrete experience, skills and teaching philosophy developed in this course will help students feel more confident teaching guitar in the real world and applying for teaching positions.