ASSESSMENT PLAN
These tests are required of all music majors and minors for graduation. Each program has
it's own proficiency test. The test must be completed before student teaching or
internship. |
1999-2000 ASSESSMENT
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1998-99
ASSESSMENT
All candidates successfully passed the piano proficiency exam with the exception of a
student with a physical disability. This student was given the opportunity to take a
knowledge based exam in lieu of the piano proficiency exam.The syllabus us now in place so students have a clearer idea of
expectations for the exam and thus are better prepared for it. |
1997-98
ASSESSMENT
The piano proficiency exam indicates that students are adequately prepared for the level
of testing.A syllabus is being
developed in response to the assessment last year. |
1996-97
ASSESSMENT
The assessment process has identified the need for a single comprehensive syllabus for use
by all instructors at all levels of piano proficiency. The Department is moving to develop
such a syllabus. |
1995-96
ASSESSMENT
The Piano Proficiency Exams confirmed that our students are well prepared in this area. No
program changes are indicated at this time. |
1994-95
ASSESSMENT
Improvement was noted in piano preparation, particularly for the BAE and BFA in
performance graduates in response to the fourth level of Piano Techniques class. |
1993-94
ASSESSMENT
Piano proficiency requirements differ with each degree program offered in the Department
of Music and Dance, because of differing professional needs. All students must pass the
piano proficiency at the level required by their major are, i.e. music education, music
performance (non keyboard), music business, etc. Recently a fourth level of Piano Techniques class was approved and will be
offered for the first time during the fall semester, 1995. The additional level of Piano
Techniques will allow especially music education majors the opportunity to reach a
proficiency required of music educators. |
