Kevin Gane

Scaffolded Lesson Plan

EDU 245

Lesson Plan

General Music

ESL Level 3:

Topic: Music Theory

Grade Level Cluster: 9-10

Content Objectives:

Evaluate written music notation

Identify and reproduce solfege patterns

Comprehend and reproduce pitches and simple melodies

Language Objectives:

Identify and recognize different music terms by using written and aural examples

Associate definitions and concepts by defining vocabulary with written examples

Instruction Strategies/Supports:

Examples - demonstration and pictures

Terms Sheet

Procedures:

1. Prep: Prior to the beginning of the course a basic music theory exam will be

given. This test will be used to judge the amount of music theory known

by each student and will give an outline of where to begin. This test will

include aural and written examples

2. Presentation: In order for the information to be fully understood, visual

examples will be used such as slideshows and physical examples

3. Practice: Students will be given worksheets that willl help enforce the

material being learned.

4. Evaluation: After students complete the worksheet, they will get together in

groups and discuss their answer choices and will give feedback on others

work.

5. Expansion: The vocabulary learned will be explained more in depth and will

be used in the every day language of the classroom.