Course Lecturer EDEA 345-001 DISE W27

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Hiring Unit:

Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)

Course code and title:

EDEA 345-001. Music Curriculum and Instruction for Generalists.

Description: Study of materials and instructional techniques grounded in an understanding of basic musical concepts and contemporary theories of music teaching and learning. Definition of musical objectives and rationales, selection and development of materials, review of MEQ guidelines. Participation through singing, movement, listening, discussion and lesson planning and implementation.

This course is not Team taught or offered online.

Term:

Winter 2027

Credits:

3 credits

Location:

Education Building (EDUC 115)

Schedule:

Monday & Wednesday, 08:35 am-11:25 am

Appointment dates :

December 21, 2026 - March 5, 2027

Teaching Qualification Requirements (TQRs):

Education:

1. Master’s degree (In exceptional circumstances applicants without a Master's degree but with significant research or professional experience related to the course content may be considered).

2. Degree in Music Education or equivalent.

3. Teaching degree or equivalent, and experience teaching music in elementary and/or secondary schools.

Experience:

1.Experience teaching in Quebec Elementary Schools.

2. Demonstrated knowledge of course content and music education.

3. Knowledge of the Quebec Education Program (QEP).

4. Familiarity with the professional competencies specified by the Ministère de l’Éducation.

5. Previous successful experience teaching similar course(s) to pre-service teachers an asset.

Other:

1. Commitment to working with a team of committed and engaged instructors.

2. Must be available to attend course coordination and planning meeting minimum of 2 weeks in advance of course start date.

Additional Information:

1. Familiarity using MyCourses or similar online platforms.

2. Familiarity with online platforms such as ZOOM are an asset.

3. Familiarity with teaching blended classes.

4. Understandings about equity and diversity issues and how to address these in classrooms.

5. Technology skills to practice.

Posting Period:

October 1 - October 15, 2026 (11:59 PM)

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Hiring Unit:

Department of Integrated Studies in Education (DISE)

Course Title:

Music Curriculum and Instruction for Generalists

Subject Code:

EDEA 345 001

Location:

Education Building

Schedule:

Monday & Wednesday 08:35 am-11:25 am

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-15

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