MUS-141, 142, 143, 144: Convocation I, II, III, IV

Course, prefix, number, & title: MUS-141, 142, 143, 144 Convocation I, II, III, IV

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 0.5; offered as needed

Credits: 0

Co-requisites (if any): Individual Study in Music Performance I, II, III, IV

Course Description in college catalog:

A recital and master class hour for students, department ensembles, and guest performers meeting twice each month. Pass/Fail

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

A.S. Music

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Communicate effectively in various forms

2. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

1. Convocation, a mandatory class taken in tandem with Individual Study in Music Performance, serves as a live forum through which students will gain valuable experiences by participating as both audience and performer throughout the semester. The Music Department strives to provide a wide variety of experiences relevant to many music genres, with information that will prove valuable to all students regardless of their individual musical interests. Though performances, guest artists, and related events will vary each semester, students enrolled in Convocation will:

• Participate in formal and informal concerts
• Interact with peers and professional musicians in master classes on a variety of topics
• Attend a variety of guest artist events
• Participate as a member of a community of students with common musical interests and goals
• Perform works in progress in a supportive environment alongside peers
• Explore various issues related to music performance

Program-specific outcomes

Prepare students who wish to transfer to a four-year institution of higher learning to pursue a career in music by providing a solid foundation in the areas of musicianship and performance.

Provide the general college students with the opportunities to study music in a variety of classes that promotes intellectual inquiry, global awareness and lifelong active learning.

Other program outcomes (if applicable).

1. Integrate knowledge and skills in the program of study

2. Make ethical judgments while recognizing multiple perspectives, as appropriate in the program of study

3. Work collaboratively to accomplish learning objectives

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

Student Evaluation Criteria:

Students are evaluated based on their attendance at Convocation events and on their participation in those events as required by their respective ensemble directors and performance instructors.

Class Policies:

Practice: It is expected that students will practice their respective instruments/voice throughout the semester. The minimum daily practice amount, as stated in syllabi for Individual Study of Music Performance, is 1.5 hours per day. Individual practice times may be greater based on the needs for each student. While Convocation encourages the performance of works in progress, students should be as prepared as possible when performing.

Attendance:

Convocation will meet 7 times throughout the semester, and attendance at each session is mandatory.

In accordance with QCC attendance requirements stated in academic standing, absences of 15% or more of the course may result in a failing grade. Excessive late arrivals or early departures may also result in a failing grade. http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/academicAffairs/academic-standing.html

Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window.

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.