Field Arts and Crafts
Review of Music Level 3 achievement and unit standards
Unit standards
|
Subfield |
Domain |
ID |
|
Music |
Making Music |
10653, 10656, 10663, 16551, 16553 |
|
Music Studies |
10659, 10662, 20750 |
Achievement standards
|
Domain |
ID |
Subject reference |
|
Making Music |
90526 |
Making Music 3.1 |
|
90775 |
Making Music 3.6 | |
|
90776 |
Making Music 3.7 | |
|
90777 |
Making Music 3.8 | |
|
Music Studies |
90497 |
Music Studies 3.2 |
|
90498 |
Music Studies 3.3 | |
|
90499 |
Music Studies 3.4 | |
|
90527 |
Music Studies 3.6 | |
|
90530 |
Music Studies 3.5 |
The Ministry of Education and NZQA National Qualifications Services have completed the review of the achievement and unit standards listed above.
New registration date December 2012
Date new versions published December 2012
Planned review date December 2016
Summary of review and consultation process
In 2008 the Ministry of Education (MoE) and NZQA began to review achievement and unit standards in light of the revised New Zealand Curriculum (NZC). This Alignment of Standards (AoS) review also addressed duplication of outcomes, credit parity, fairness, consistency, and coherence. The AoS review was guided by the revised NZC itself and the Standards Review Guidelines. A copy of the NZC is available at: http://nzcurriculum.tki.org.nz/Curriculum-documents/The-New-Zealand-Curriculum.
Teacher subject associations were involved in the review, and draft achievement standards were the focus of wide consultation, especially with secondary schools and teachers. Extensive resources, including student exemplars, were also developed to support these standards, and are available on the MoE and/or the NZQA websites.
The review of unit standards included consultation with tertiary providers to assess continued relevance and likely future use of the standards. Unit standards that duplicate achievement standard outcomes and those without the likelihood of future tertiary use were recommended for expiry.
National consultation was undertaken in 2011, with the results analysed by Research New Zealand. The responses were generally positive.
The review of these Level 3 unit and achievement standards was completed in time for implementation in schools in 2013.
Main changes resulting from the review
· All NZC Level 8 (NZQF Level 3) outcomes derived from the NZC are now assessed using achievement standards, and there are no longer any unit standards linked to the NZC.
· Existing achievement standards were reviewed and new achievement standards were developed to align with the NZC. See table below.
· Grading criteria for achievement standards were reviewed in accordance with the Standards Review Guidelines.
· Unit standards that recognised similar outcomes as achievement standards were recommended for expiry. See table below.
For a detailed description of the review of, and the changes to, the Music standards see the appendix at the end of this report.
Impact on existing organisations with consent to assess
|
Current consent for |
Consent extended to | ||||
|
Nature of consent |
Classification or ID |
Level |
Nature of consent |
ID |
Level |
|
Domain |
Making Music |
3+ |
Standard |
91424 |
3 |
|
Standard |
10653 |
3 |
Standard |
91416 |
3 |
|
Standard |
16553 |
3 |
Standard |
91418 |
3 |
Impact on Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR)
All new achievement standards have been registered on CMR 0233.
Impact of changes on Exclusions List
For transition purposes, the following exclusions will apply for new achievement standards.
|
Achievement standard |
Excluded against each of these standards |
|
91416 |
10653, 90776 |
|
91417 |
16551 |
|
91418 |
16553, 90526 |
|
91419 |
10656, 90775 |
|
91420 |
90777 |
|
91421 |
90530 |
|
91422 |
90498 |
|
91423 |
90497 |
|
91424 |
10663, 90527 |
|
91425 |
90499 |
Review Categories and changes to classification, title, level, and credits
The following summary shows the changes made to the standards as a result of the review. All changes are in bold. Where a new externally assessed achievement standard is registered, the following designation appears after the title [Externally Assessed].
|
Key to review category | |
A |
Dates changed, but no other changes are made - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
|
B |
Changes made, but the overall outcome remains the same - the new version of the standard carries the same ID and a new version number |
|
C |
Major changes that necessitate the registration of a replacement achievement standard with a new ID |
|
D |
Achievement standard will expire and not be replaced |
|
Externally assessed achievement standards categorised as category C expire at the end of |
December 2012 |
|
Internally assessed achievement standards and unit standards categorised as category C or D expire at the end of |
December 2013 |
Arts and Crafts > Music > Making Music
|
ID |
Ref |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
16551 |
|
Demonstrate music performance skills before an audience by extended pieces on a second instrument |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
91417 |
3.2 |
Perform a programme of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument |
3 |
4 |
|
|
16553 |
|
Make a significant contribution to a music performance ensemble |
3 |
10 |
C |
|
90526 |
3.1 |
Present a performance of a programme of music as a member of a group |
3 |
4 |
C |
|
91418 |
3.3 |
Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group |
3 |
4 |
|
|
10656 |
|
Demonstrate developed music compositional skills through two or three compositions of substance |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
90775 |
3.6 |
Present a portfolio of musical composition |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
91419 |
3.4 |
Communicate musical intention by composing three original pieces of music |
3 |
8 |
|
|
10653 |
|
Demonstrate music performance skills before an audience through a selection of extended pieces |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
90776 |
3.7 |
Prepare and present performances of music as a featured soloist |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
91416 |
3.1 |
Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist |
3 |
8 |
|
|
90777 |
3.8 |
Demonstrate aural skill across a range of musical styles and genres |
3 |
4 |
C |
|
91420 |
3.5 |
Integrate aural skills into written representation [Externally Assessed] |
3 |
4 |
|
Arts and Crafts > Music
|
ID |
Ref |
Domain |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
10663 |
|
Making Music |
Arrange three music pieces for three or more instruments |
3 |
5 |
C |
|
90527 |
3.6 |
Music Studies |
Arrange Music |
3 |
4 |
C |
|
91424 |
3.9 |
Music Studies |
Create two arrangements for an ensemble |
3 |
4 |
|
Arts and Crafts > Music > Music Studies
|
ID |
Ref |
Title |
Level |
Credit |
Review Category |
|
10659 |
|
Demonstrate developed knowledge of music materials, and ability to read, write, and listen to music |
3 |
5 |
D |
|
10662 |
|
Describe, analyse, and compare six music works, and evaluate public music performances |
3 |
5 |
D |
|
20750 |
|
Demonstrate knowledge and skills for self-management and use of resources for progressing in music |
3 |
7 |
D |
|
90497 |
3.2 |
Examine the contexts that influence the expressive qualities of music |
3 |
3 |
C |
|
91423 |
3.8 |
Examine the influence of context on a substantial music work |
3 |
4 |
|
|
90498 |
3.3 |
Compare and contrast music works |
3 |
8 |
C |
|
91422 |
3.7 |
Analyse a substantial music work [Externally Assessed] |
3 |
4 |
|
|
90499 |
3.4 |
Research and present a music topic |
3 |
6 |
C |
|
91425 |
3.10 |
Research a music topic |
3 |
6 |
|
|
90530 |
3.5 |
Demonstrate an understanding of harmonic and tonal procedures in a range of music |
3 |
3 |
C |
|
91421 |
3.6 |
Demonstrate understanding of harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music scores [Externally Assessed] |
3 |
4 |
|
Development of the Music Standards
Process of Aligning Standards with the New Zealand Curriculum
There were are no significant changes to the Level 8 curriculum music achievement objectives in The Arts learning area of the NZC and therefore there has been limited modification to most of the Level 3 achievement standards.
Standards were selected and/or developed to provide a balance across the four curriculum strands.
Consistency of wording was established at Level 1 and continued into Levels 2 and 3. This is reflected in the standard titles, the step-ups between criteria for A, M and E and the terminology and definitions in the Explanatory Notes.
Titles of standards have been changed to provide greater clarity. However the content and assessment of the standards remain familiar.
Interpreting standards
Supporting documents have been developed to assist in the interpretation of achievement standards and to assist in the development of teaching and learning programmes.
· Conditions of Assessment provide guidelines on the assessment of the internal standards.
· Assessment Specifications provide guidelines on the assessment of external standards (accessible via relevant subject on NZQA website).
· The Teaching and Learning Guide for Music provides guidance how to prepare students as 21st century learners through the development of their key competencies.
Addressing Duplication
Current Level 3 & 4 unit standards which duplicate outcomes covered in achievement standards have been designated expiring.
Addressing Credit Parity
The allocation of credits from the previous Level 3 standards to the new ones remains the same for most standards.
External and Internal Assessment
All composition-based and performance standards are internally assessed. Aural, conventions and analysis standards are externally assessed because the content lends itself to this mode of assessment.
The replacements for standards that were externally assessed have retained the external mode of assessment. This was based on knowledge of which standards could be successfully assessed externally within the given time frame.
Consideration was also given to having a mix of external standards for course endorsement. Due to the 1hour time restriction for examinations, changes have been made to AS3.7 (Compare and contrast music works).
What Has Changed?
The allocation of credits across levels 1-2 has been kept consistent. At level 3 the increase in allocated credits from lower levels (eg featured soloist, composition) reflects the more substantial evidence required at the higher level.
Standards in the matrix have been aligned to provide opportunity for progression across all levels. This has resulted in a new 'second instrument' performance standard also appearing at level 3.
Titles of standards have been changed to more accurately reflect the expected outcomes.
Changes
AS 3.1 Perform two programmes of music as a featured soloist Internal, 8 credits
This standard has been developed from 90776 and replaces US10653.
The evidence requirements are explicit in the title. The option of presenting 'an extended piece' has been removed as this caused confusion.
It was reduced from two criteria to one criterion to ensure fair and valid assessment focussed on a single outcome.
AS 3.2 Perform a programme of music as a featured soloist on a second instrument
Internal, 4 credits
This is a new standard that gives a clear progression from 91274 at Level 2. It replaces US16551.
It is aligned with AS 3.1 but requires only one programme of music, as reflected by the lower credit weighting.
AS 3.3 Demonstrate ensemble skills by performing two substantial pieces of music as a member of a group Internal, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90526 and replaces US16553.
The evidence requirements are explicit in the title.
AS 3.4
Communicate musical intention by composing three
original pieces of music
Internal, 8 credits
This standard has been developed from 90775 and also replaces US10656.
The evidence requirements are explicit in the title.
It was reduced from two criteria to one criterion to ensure fair and valid assessment focussed on a single outcome.
AS 3.5 Integrate aural skills into written representation External, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90777.
The term 'integrate' in the title reflects the higher level of synthesis expected at this level.
AS 3.6 Demonstrate understanding of harmonic and tonal conventions in a range of music scores External, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90530. The credits have increased to better reflect the time and work requirements for teaching and assessment.
The term 'conventions' in the title is consistent with the language used at Levels 1 and 2.
AS 3.7 Analyse a substantial music work External, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90498.
Students now study one substantial work, focussing on the elements and features, compositional devices and representation. The requirement to 'compare and contrast' multiple works has been removed.
The credit weighting has halved to four credits. The assessment mode remains external but the standard is achievable within a one hour time frame.
AS 3.8 Examine the influence
of context on a substantial music
work
Internal, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90497.
It also replaces the 'social/historical/cultural background and musical styles' from 90498.
The definition of 'context' has been expanded and clarified.
The credit weighting has increased to four credits (from three).
AS 3.9 Create two arrangements for an ensemble Internal, 4 credits
This standard has been developed from 90527 and also replaces US10663.
The restrictions on creating one arrangement for instruments and a second involving at least one vocal line have been removed.
AS 3.10 Research a music topic Internal, 6 credits
This standard has been developed from 90499.
It was reduced from three criteria to one criterion to ensure fair and valid assessment focussed on a single outcome.