A Written Submission on an approved Teaching related topic to be submitted with entry for the Diploma
Unit summary
Candidates are required to complete a Written Submission of 11,000 words (+_ 10%) on an approved topic of your choice that considers aspects of music education in depth and includes personal insights into the art of teaching. The Submission should contain substantial evidence of critical evaluation and appropriate research. Possible approaches include looking at the teaching of particular advanced repertoire in detail,
exploring approaches to teaching the whole musician, making a comparative study of teaching methodologies, or any other area of particular interest to you. The Submission should also examine aspects of performance preparation and the learning process, with emphasis on encouraging pupils to discover solutions themselves. Candidates must seek approval of their chosen topic at least three months prior to the published closing date for entry by sending to the Associated Board an exact title and a short précis defining the parameters of your subject and research. The Submission, and matters arising from it will provide the main focus in the Teaching Skills Viva Voce. For full details, including
preparation guidance, see pp. 28–30 of the following link:
http://www.abrsm.org/resources/profDev/wholeTeachingSyllabus07.pdf
Unit details
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09 Arts, Media and Publishing