Learn to effectively teach the Higher Music Technology Listening course

This online CLPL will provide support for music teachers who are developing their ability to teach the Higher Music Technology Listening effectively. The course will focus on the listening aspect of the Higher Music Technology qualification and will support learners in identifying specific recording and production concepts, techniques and approaches, aurally.

In addition, the course will cover music industry concepts including, for example, intellectual property rights. The course will provide support in developing a deep understanding of technology concepts and how they relate to the Higher listening exam. The course will also explain the different question types used within the exam and will provide approaches to teach pupils to answer them effectively.

Classes will consist of demonstration and analysis of listening concepts, information sharing, and will provide time for discussion. The course is supplemented with materials provided through Moodle, our Virtual Learning Environment, where you will be able to access resources such as lesson plans, video tutorials, and guides, that will provide ongoing support for you in your role as a music technology teacher.

How you’ll be taught and assessed

The course will be taught online via Zoom and will be supported online through our virtual learning environment, Moodle.

There are three classes lasting two hours each over three consecutive Tuesday evenings. There will be no formal assessment, but a certificate of attendance will be provided for those who successfully completing the course.

Entry Requirements

This course is open to all teachers who intend to teach, or who have recently started teaching, SQA Higher Music Technology.

Course Dates

Three consecutive Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm. 

  • 30 October
  • 6 November
  • 13 November

Cost

£100

If you have any questions about the course, please get in touch at MusicTechAcademy@napier.ac.uk and include the name of the course you are enquiring about in the subject line.

Disclaimer

If your school is paying on your behalf and need to pay by invoice, please click this link to email us or email musictechacademy@napier.ac.uk and we will get back to you with information about how we can facilitate this method of payment and reserve your place on the course.