MUSI 1304
ONLINE FOUNDATIONS OF MUSIC

Dr. Marylynn Fletcher
updated May 1, 2012

The Finale Notepad software is required for this class.
Verify you can download and use Finale Notepad before enrolling in this class.

To download click - Finale

Finale NotePad 2012 (Download from www.makemusic.com)
(Download using Internet Explorer)

          1. Go to their website
          2. Click the tab named FINALE or FINALE NOTATION FAMILY
          3. Click the PRODUCTS tab
          4. Click FINALE NotePad
          5. Click FREE DOWNLOAD on the right. You will have to create an account and provide the information requested. In past years, they emailed you a code which you must use to register the software. You must enter this code in order to save your files after the demo period ends. Again, download this software using Internet Explorer.
To complete all assignments and postings, students must use the browser Firefox. You cannot hear the sound files if you use Internet Explorer! To download Firefox go to
http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/

Dates will change each semester; however, assignments, requirements,
and the weekly schedule will remain the same.
The syllabus and schedule for Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 are posted below.
Be sure you choose the correct semester!

You must go to a testing center 4 times during the semester for this course!

The most important things to complete by the end of week 1 are
1. Recording with your microphone and
2. Week 1 activities (2a and 2b are below in the third row of the table)

a. Copy Hot Cross Buns (pdf) into Finale Notepad software. (2 files)
b. Place Hot Cross Buns in G fingerings into Word. (2 files)
c. Post your introduction to a discussion group.

3. Other Week 1 activities include reading the syllabus and taking a "Syllabus Quiz."

If you can complete these items, you should do fine in this online course! You must complete ALL week 1 activities with a 90 or higher before continuing in the course, not just these on the welcome page. Click the welcome button below to learn about this course.

 

SYLLABUS
Fall 2012
(htm file)

 NEEDED FOR SUCCESS
(computer accessories, software required, and knowledge)

Weekly Schedule
Fall 2012
(Word file)

SYLLABUS
Fall 2012
(pdf file)
CLASSROOM OBSERVATION REQUIRED
Students must observe 55 - 60 minutes in an elementary or middle school music classroom.
Note: Some school districts require criminal
background checks before an individual
can observe in the classroom.
Weekly Schedule
Fall 2012
(pdf file)

SYLLABUS
Spring 2013
(htm file)

<-- SPRING 2013-->

Weekly Schedule
Spring 2013
(Word file)

SYLLABUS
Spring 2013
(pdf file)
Weekly Schedule
Spring 2013
(pdf file)
Hot Cross Buns in G
(Fingering graphics)

Hot Cross Buns in G
(Finale Instructions)
How to Record
(html video)

  

The most frequently encountered technical difficulties are:

1. Difficulties copying and placing the fingering graphics into a Word document (*.doc) or .rtf file. I cannot open Word Perfect documents so all documents must be sent as .doc or .rtf.
2. Recording sounds onto your computer and compressing the file. (See above link, "Needed for Success.")
3. Downloading Finale Notepad. (See above link, "Needed for Success.")

You must also learn how to use the WebCT software the course uses. This involves posting files, email, taking quizzes, and submitting assignments.
You must go to a testing center 4 times during the semester. See the syllabus or schedule for details.