معرفی
Linda Foster serves as an Instructor in the Department of Music and Theatre Arts at Monmouth University and concurrently as Professional Development Coordinator for the School of Education, bringing expertise from her Doctorate in Music Education earned at Boston University.
Education
- Doctorate in Music Education, Boston University
Research Interests
Her academic focus centers on Music Education with specialized emphasis on Piano Performance pedagogy and foundational Music Theory applications. Her teaching philosophy integrates practical performance experience with structured educational frameworks to develop comprehensive musical literacy across diverse student populations.
Professional Affiliations
- National Association for Music Education (NAfME)
Teaching Responsibilities
She consistently teaches Group Piano I (MU 151) and Introduction to Piano (MU 150) while administering educator preparation voucher fee courses (ED EDTPAGR/ED EDTPA) for the School of Education, demonstrating cross-departmental engagement between music instruction and teacher development.
Awards
- Nationally Registered Music Educator
Professional Background
Prior to her university appointment, Ms. Foster gained extensive experience performing in popular music ensembles and teaching K-12 music programs, which informs her current approach to developing practical skills in higher education settings.
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