Music K–12

Test Competencies and Skills Worksheet

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Competency 1—Knowledge of music education fundamentals

  • Approximate Percentage of Total Test Questions: 30%
This section of the worksheet allows users to map the test competencies and skills to the curriculum by entering up to six courses in the course name fields. Check the box if the course indicated covers the content described by the skill listed.
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1. Identify and analyze elements of rhythm.
2. Identify and analyze scales and melodic structures.
3. Identify and analyze textures and harmonic functions.
4. Identify and analyze musical forms.
5. Interpret musical terms and symbols.
6. Identify and apply appropriate conducting techniques through score study.
7. Differentiate among eras, influential composers, and stylistic features in the Western musical tradition.
8. Identify and differentiate between influential composers and stylistic features in music (e.g., American, electronic, popular, jazz, roots, world).
9. Identify and differentiate among influential methodologies of music education (i.e., Dalcroze, Gordon, Kodály, Orff, Suzuki).
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Competency 2—Knowledge of music standards-based curricula and pedagogy

  • Approximate Percentage of Total Test Questions: 38%
This section of the worksheet allows users to map the test competencies and skills to the curriculum by entering up to six courses in the course name fields. Check the box if the course indicated covers the content described by the skill listed.
Skills Course 1:
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1. Identify standard techniques for vocal and instrumental performance.
2. Determine vocal and instrumental classifications and ranges at various levels of physical development and maturation.
3. Evaluate and select developmentally appropriate repertoire.
4. Apply differentiated instructional strategies to facilitate students’ musical independence, growth, and understanding.
5. Determine techniques to develop students’ skills in improvisation, arranging, and composition.
6. Identify strategies for incorporating purposeful movement in music learning.
7. Apply instructional strategies to facilitate cross-curricular and cultural connections.
8. Identify strategies for integrating media and technology in music instruction.
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Competency 3—Knowledge of music performance assessment and evaluation

  • Approximate Percentage of Total Test Questions: 22%
This section of the worksheet allows users to map the test competencies and skills to the curriculum by entering up to six courses in the course name fields. Check the box if the course indicated covers the content described by the skill listed.
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1. Evaluate qualities of individual and ensemble performances (e.g., tone quality, technical preparation, musical effect).
2. Identify and apply methods for correcting inaccuracies in individual performances.
3. Identify and apply methods for correcting inaccuracies in ensemble performances.
4. Determine and apply techniques to measure and assess student progress.
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Competency 4—Knowledge of music program management, ethics, and legal matters

  • Approximate Percentage of Total Test Questions: 10%
This section of the worksheet allows users to map the test competencies and skills to the curriculum by entering up to six courses in the course name fields. Check the box if the course indicated covers the content described by the skill listed.
Skills Course 1:
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1. Identify and apply appropriate procedures for fiscal responsibility and accountability.
2. Identify and apply ethical standards regarding plagiarism and copyright laws.
3. Identify methods for student recruitment, selection, placement, and retention in music courses.
4. Identify and evaluate strategies and resources for support and advocacy of music programs.
5. Identify and apply effective classroom organization and inventory maintenance (e.g., instruments, uniforms, music library).
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