A Profile for Music Programs in Iowa Schools, Department of Public Instruction, 1981

(1981) A Profile for Music Programs in Iowa Schools, Department of Public Instruction, 1981. Education, Department of

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Abstract

The quality of an instructional program is determined by interactions among the studen ts, the teacher, and the learning environment. Although no set of quantitative specifications for staff, equipment, or facilities can ensure the success or failure of an educational program, adequate staff and satisfactory facilities and equipment do increase the likelihood of excellence to the point that the establishment of standards is desirable. Two levels of profiles or standards are suggested -- one is a Basic program, which is considered minimal by the Iowa Music Educators Association, while the other is a Quality program. It is hoped that the overwhelming majority of school districts in the state will insist on a standard higher than the Basic program. Similarly, it is hoped that many districts in the state will function at a level higher than that described by the Quality program.