District 11 Division of Operations & Instruction
Performing Arts

Middle School Music Exploration: Overview
Course Number: MUM.EXART

Overview
The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with the many facets of music. Students will increase their music appreciation through studying, listening, and participating. Included in this course will be studies of the components of music, instruments, cultural aspects, and performance styles. Offerings may include, but are not limited to, art, drama, music, computer composing, creative writing and forensics.
Prerequisite: None
Course Length: 1   Period Length: 1   Grade Level:  6-8   Credit per Semester: 0 
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Standards

Enduring Understandings - important ideas that students should carry with them years beyond the instruction received this year.

Essential Questions - most important “big picture” questions students should be able to answer after completing learning activities.

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Sample Units

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