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Course Description

This course provides an overview of the new NSW Music Syllabus, set for implementation in 2026. Explore the key objectives, practical and theoretical components, and innovative assessment strategies of the new syllabus. Learn how to integrate diverse musical genres, digital tools, and resources into your teaching practice. This course will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to inspire and engage students in a modern, inclusive, and technologically enriched learning environment.



Audience

This course is suitable for Years 7-10 Music Teachers in NSW.


Teaching Standards

2.1.2 Proficient Level - Know the content and how to teach it - Content and teaching strategies of the teaching area: Apply knowledge of the content and teaching strategies of the teaching area to develop engaging teaching activities



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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Course Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Module 1 – Introduction to the New 7-10 Music Syllabus

    • Background to the New Syllabus

    • Rationale

    • Implementation Overview

    • Overview of Syllabus Structure

    • Content Groups

    • Key Changes and Their Implications for Teaching

    • Reflection Question
  • 3

    Module 2 – Understanding Learning Objectives and Outcomes

    • Stage 4 (Years 7-8) - Learning Objectives and Outcomes

    • Classroom Activities for Stage 4

    • Stage 5 (Years 9-10) Learning Objectives and Outcomes

    • Classroom Activities for Stage 5

    • Class Activity – Mapping Document Template for Music Education

    • Reflection Questions
  • 4

    Module 3 – Planning for Core and Elective Elements

    • Exploring Core Components of the Music Syllabus for Years 7-8

    • Elective Options and Planning in the Music 7-10 Syllabus

    • Criteria for Selecting a Diverse Repertoire

    • Developing a Semester Plan

    • Class Activity - Semester Plan

    • Reflection Question

    • Suggestions for Collaboration
  • 5

    Module 4 – Innovative Assessment Strategies

    • Innovative Assessment in Music Education

    • Aligning Assessment Methods with Learning Outcomes

    • Incorporating Student Feedback and Self-Assessment

    • Class Activity – The Musical Journey

    • Reflection Questions
  • 6

    Module 5 - Integrating Technology in the New Syllabus

    • Exploring Digital Tools and Resources

    • Best Practices for Integrating Technology into Lesson Plans

    • Class Activity - Composing with GarageBand

    • Suggestions for Collaboration

    • Reflection Questions
  • 7

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

Do you teach in NSW? If so, this is relevant to you:

Completing An Introduction to the New NSW 7-10 Music Syllabus will contribute 1.5 hours of NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Delivery and assessment of NSW Curriculum/Early Years Learning Framework, addressing Standard Descriptor 2.1.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher in NSW.

 

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