Performing Arts: Music Courses for Teachers
Music provides a universal language that has the power to inspire and connect people across cultures and generations. For students, exposure to music is more than just learning melodies or rhythms. It fosters creativity, improves cognitive development and enhances emotional well-being.
Fresno Pacific University offers music courses for teachers that give them the skills they need to foster a love for music. Courses cover a wide range of music-related topics. They include exploring music theory and the foundations of musical form, structure and composition. These include areas such as tonality, rhythm and meter, counterpoint, harmony, musical narrative and playing the score. Teachers of younger students can learn how to create an appreciation for music among grade school-age children, as well as incorporate music into other subjects such as history and literature.
Fresno Pacific University designs these courses to provide educators the opportunity to enhance their skills across a wide range of topics through 100% online professional development courses. These high-quality courses offer a convenient way for teachers to meet professional development requirements while gaining practical knowledge they can immediately apply in the classroom.
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Student Insights
“I really enjoyed Music Theory: Foundations for Great Music. The course expectations were very clear and provided a thorough review of music theory.”
“A very insightful course that made me think of new ways to teach and bring music and movement into my class lessons.”
Why Choose FPU for
Professional Development
- ConvenienceThe convenience of completing courses online allows you to increase your skills while working full time.
- FlexibilityEnroll in the required and elective courses one at a time and take up to an entire year to complete each one. There is no need to visit the Fresno Pacific University Campus.
- SupportFPU has created a supportive online experience. Instructors are available to answer questions, give feedback, and provide guidance.
- AffordabilityPay for each course as you go through the program. There is no need to fund the cost of the certificate upfront.
- ExpertiseCourse instructors at FPU have classroom teaching experience and advanced degrees and are instrumental in the development of engaging courses.
- SalaryFPU professional development courses can help you earn certifications and salary increases. Depending on your location, some school districts offer tens of thousands of dollars per year for course units.