scholarly journals Professional and Personal Reflexion of a Teacher-Musician: An Operational Component

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 82-102
Author(s):  
Tatyana A. Kolysheva ◽  
Tatyana I. Blaginina
Keyword(s):  
Music Education ◽  
Life Story ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Music Teacher ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Search Games ◽  
The World ◽  
Teacher Researcher ◽  
Reflective Questions

The article deals with the specificity of professional reflection of the future music teacher in the light of the development of the ideas by E. B. Abdullin. The accumulation of one’s own experience of entering the world of music, the art of teaching, its comprehension and analysis allow a thoughtful student to look at the process of musical education through the eyes of students, their parents, that is, to take the reflective position of a teacher-researcher. The search for ways and means of solving professionally significant tasks requires a music teacher to think reflectively, understand the actions of his students and colleagues, and penetrate their feelings and thoughts. The importance of reflection in solving problem situations, pedagogical tasks, in mastering critical thinking by a future music teacher is substantiated. The conceptual foundations for professional reflection development of a future teacher-musician have been worked out, the structure of reflective analysis and the conditions for the effectiveness of its development by students have been revealed. The techniques and methods of preparing future bachelors and masters of music education for professional reflection in the process of studying at a university, during school practice, in various types of independent, research work of students are considered. The authors have adapted special reflexive techniques (artistic-pedagogical tasks, search games, storytelling, reflective life story, musical reflection, reflective analysis, interviews, pedagogical essays, creative portfolio). The article analyzes the experience of Dutch specialists, the author’s methods of foreign researchers (ALACT – model, “Wall”, “Arrows”, “Visiting card”, a system of reflective questions, etc.). Adapted for use by students in music lessons in the course of pedagogical practice, they become effective means for introspection, self-assessment of the activities of future bachelors / masters of music education. Based on the material of autobiographies and interviews of great musicians-performers, actual problems of music education, ways of spiritually reflexive entry into the world of art and artistic creation are analyzed.

Special Feature: Honoring the life and work of Dr. Edwin Gordon (1927-2015)

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-21
Keyword(s):  
South Carolina ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Music Teacher ◽  
Learning And Development ◽  
Music Learning ◽  
University Of South Carolina ◽  
Temple University ◽  
Teacher Researcher ◽  
Edwin Gordon ◽  
The University

We were saddened to learn that Dr. Edwin Gordon passed away on December 4, 2015. Throughout his life, Dr. Gordon was influential as a music teacher, researcher, author, editor, and clinician. Following his retirement as the Carl E. Seashore Professor of Research in Music Education at Temple University, he continued his activities as distinguished professor of music education at the University of South Carolina. In June, 2012 Dr. Gordon was inducted into the Early Childhood Music & Movement Hall of Honor. In October 2015, Dr. Gordon was designated a Lowell Mason Fellow by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), one of the highest distinctions in the field of music education. His research on music learning and development has influenced music education research and practice across the globe. Voices of twelve former students and colleagues are presented here, in honor of Dr. Gordon’s life and work.

scholarly journals THE FORMATION OF FUTURE MUSIC ART TEACHER`S METHODOLOGICAL COMPETENCE IN THE PROCESS OF PEDAGOGICAL PRACTICE

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-49
Author(s):  
Larisa Bezemchuk ◽  
Volodymyr Fomin
Keyword(s):  
Music Education ◽  
Professional Training ◽  
Practical Work ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Music Teacher ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Interdisciplinary Integration

Object. The article`s aim is to study formation of the methodological competence of a music teacher`s potential in practical work as well as to determine the effective forms and methods of professional training of the bachelor students during their pedagogical practice at schools. Methods. Conventional pedagogical research methods were applied: theoretical analysis of scientific and pedagogical literature, comparative analysis, empirical and modeling methods. Results. In the course of the research, the essence of methodological competence in the context of solving the issues of a potential music teacher’s professional training was theoretically substantiated. It is determined that the content of the curriculum for higher education 014 Secondary Education (Music) focuses the applicant of the first bachelor’s degree on the formation of «polyphonic» methodological and pedagogical thinking. It is proved that this type of thinking is a priority one for mastering the methodological constructions of the updated subjects «musical art» and «art». It is covered the conceptual core for structuring of the main professionally oriented academic disciplines: «Methods of music education» and «Pedagogical practice». The basis of such a structuring is a didactic matrix of art lessons of poly-artistic direction. It is proposed to use the principle of interdisciplinary integration for the development of students’ methodological skills in three dimensions of musical art mastering: improvement-transformation-modeling. Modeling of professional situations in the process of pedagogical practice by means of creation of individual methodological maps of students is carried out. A special place in the methodological and practical work of students was taken by various forms of individual creative tasks on music pedagogy. This significantly affected the level of professional training, and separately – the practical and creative component of the formation of the students’ methodological base. Among the methods that aroused the greatest interest of students during pedagogical practice it should be point out the holding of master classes, music-pedagogical trainings, discussions the issues of pupils’ teaching by art means. A wide range of practical issues was solved due to introduction of interactive teaching forms, like «music aquarium», «art cafe», «brainstorming», «facilitation discussion» as well as imitating music and game technologies. Conclusions. Summarizing the results of the study, it can be pointed out that the practical training of a modern music teacher should be carried out in the plane of integration processes affected the renewal of a music lesson as a lesson of poly-artistic content. It is proposed to consider the formation of methodological competence from the standpoint of the systematic approach to teaching. It is carried out modeling of professional situations based on the principles of interdisciplinary integration. It was found that the most effective form of students’ work during school practice is the creation of individual methodological maps.

Complementary Bipolar Continua in Music Education

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Victor Fung
Keyword(s):  
Music Education ◽  
Living Organism ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Low Energy ◽  
Healthy Diet ◽  
Music Teacher ◽  
The World ◽  
Different Types

Classic Confucianism and classic Daoism were inspired by Yijing and were established during a period of nihilism. Both philosophical schools value human lives, expect individuals to improve continuously by self-cultivation, and recognize the world as a living organism. Despite their different emphases of dao, they are compatible to a great extent. For most people, it is necessary to utilize the different emphases to maintain a healthy diet, much like eating different types of food at different times of the day. Based on principles of yin and yang, the author proposes four complementary bipolar continua: active and passive musical motions, music teacher and learner roles, high-energy and low-energy activities, and familiar and unfamiliar musical experiences. The chapter ends with an explanation on how the complementary bipolar continua are connected among themselves and with the broader life.

scholarly journals Taekwondo in the reflection of collectibles

2021 ◽  
pp. 22-34
Author(s):  
K. Bugaevsky
Keyword(s):  
Martial Arts ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Sporting Events ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Internet Resources ◽  
Postage Stamps ◽  
The World ◽  
Full Volume

Purpose: to study the reflection of taekwondo in a variety of collectibles, such as philately, faleristics and numismatics. Material and methods. This study was conducted in January 2021. In carrying out this research work, the method of in-depth literary-critical analysis of available scientific sources of information on the issue under study was used, using reference books, encyclopedias, catalogs, specialized periodicals, and Internet resources. Results: analysis of reference books, encyclopedias, catalogs, specialized periodicals, Internet resources showed that today there is a huge representation of taekwondo in modern collectibles. It was revealed that materials are presented in a fairly complete volume, telling about the popularity and place of taekwondo, among other types of martial arts, as well as about competitions of various levels in this sport held in the world. The processed most interesting, vivid and informative illustrative materials revealed that philatelic materials (postage stamps, envelopes, blocks) tell about taekwondo most fully. Also, taekwondo is most actively represented in foreign philately, commemorative coins and badges. Conclusions. According to the results of the study, it was determined that for many years, in the world's collectibles, taekwondo classes have been actively promoted, with reflection in philately, numismatics and faleristics, the most important sporting events in the world of this type of martial arts, both at the level of a separate state and championships of the continent, World and Olympic Games. Modern collectibles are capable, in a sufficiently full volume, accessible, colorful and informative, to convey all the necessary information about the events taking place in this type of martial arts, taking place all over the world. Modern collecting, primarily thematic, is one of the effective means of expanding the scope of knowledge in the issue under study, and a non-standard way of presenting interesting additional information. Keywords: taekwondo, collecting, philately, faleristics, numismatics.

Transforming Music Teaching and Learning

2020 ◽  
pp. 102-125
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teaching Practice ◽  
Music Teaching ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
The Past ◽  
Creative Learning ◽  
Teacher Researcher ◽  
Teaching Cases

This chapter aims to explore how the author transformed his approach to music teaching based on his pedagogical practice. As a Japanese violinist who performed, researched, and taught children for the past 10 years in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, the author gradually changed his approach to music teaching and learning. By juxtaposing his voice as a violinist, teacher, researcher, the author provides teaching cases representing a transformation of music teaching and learning. The author also uses the voices of parents, other teachers, and music education specialists from Japan and other countries in describing diverse views on teaching and learning by sharing videos of the author's teaching practice and how Japanese caregivers perceive a progressive approach of teaching and children's creative learning that differs from conventional violin methods pervasive in Japan.

scholarly journals Handball in the reflection of collectibles

2021 ◽  
pp. 4-14
Author(s):  
K. Bugaevsky
Keyword(s):  
Martial Arts ◽  
Critical Analysis ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Sporting Events ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Internet Resources ◽  
The World

Purpose: to study the issue of the reflection of kickboxing in a variety of collectibles, such as philately, faleristics and numismatics. Material and methods. This study was conducted in September-October 2021. During the research work, the method of in-depth literary-critical analysis of available scientific sources of information was used using reference books, encyclopedias, catalogs, specialized periodicals, Internet resources. Results: this study provides information on the popularity of kickboxing as reflected in collectibles. The following collectibles are presented - philately, faleristics and numismatics. The obtained data and their analysis indicate that in the collectibles, in a fairly complete volume, materials are presented that tell about the popularity and place of this type of martial arts, among other, similar sports, as well as about competitions of various levels, in kickboxing, held in the world. Kickboxing is most actively represented in foreign philately, commemorative and award medals, on badges. Conclusions. According to the results of the study, it was determined that for many years, in the world's collectibles, such a type of martial arts as kickboxing has been actively promoted, with the reflection in philately, numismatics and faleristics, the most important sporting events in the world of this sport, as at the level of a separate state , and championships of the continent, the world. Modern collectibles are capable, in a fairly complete, accessible, colorful and informative way, to convey all the necessary information about the events taking place in this type of martial arts, taking place all over the world. Modern collecting, primarily thematic, is one of the most effective means of expanding the sphere of knowledge in the studied issue and, in a very non-standard way of presenting interesting additional information. Keywords: kickboxing, collecting, philately, faleristics, numismatics

The Role of Technology in Music Teacher Education

2019 ◽  
pp. 363-376
Author(s):  
Richard J. Dammers
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Education ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Music Educators ◽  
Music Teacher ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Music Teacher Education ◽  
Computing Power ◽  
Specific Technology

Digital technology is a source of continual change in our society. The ongoing miniaturization of devices, as well as increases in computing power, connectivity, and affordability of devices, are providing ever-higher levels of access to digital technology for music educators and their students. This chapter focuses on the work in the field that addresses the opportunities and challenges for music education provided by technology. Specifically, frameworks for viewing technology within pedagogical practice are reviewed, as well as specific technology competencies needed by music educators. Research addressing the state of technology in music education and music teacher education is shared, followed by summary recommendations.

scholarly journals Theoretical and Methodological Principles of Distance Learning in the Context of Musicological Activities

2021 ◽  
pp. 72-80
Author(s):  
T. Bolshakova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Learning System ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Pedagogical Practice ◽  
Online Classes ◽  
The Past ◽  
Methodological Principles

Abstract. The analysis of the specifics of the transition to distance learning, including online classes, at the Faculty of Music of the Kharkiv State Academy of Culture has been carried out. The main strengths and weaknesses of this mode of study, in particular, the features of conducting individual, small­group, and current online classes, have been demonstrated; some means of implementing the experience of this mode of conducting classes acquired over the past two years by the academic staff of the Faculty, have been outlined. The need to search for and to introduce into pedagogical practice new forms of educational and research work with students and graduate students under the quarantine caused by the COVID­19 pandemic has been noted. A number of creative achievements of students and lecturers of the Faculty of Music of KhSAC over the past two academic years, which became possible not only due to, but also in spite of all the difficulties associated with the reorientation of the Faculty to distance learning, have been presented. The purpose of the paper is to analyze the current tasks facing the creative faculty, which is the Faculty of Music of KhSAC, related to the rapid transition to a distance learning system, and to identify the main directions for their solution. The methodology. The study of this issue has led to the use of comparative­analytical and experimental­and­practical approaches. The topicality is about understanding the strengths and weaknesses of introducing distance learning at the creative faculty and finding the best options for its application. Conclusions. Analysis of practical creative and pedagogical activities of lecturers and students of the Faculty of Music of KhSAC under the distance learning allowed us to assert that this process has a number of positive and negative features. The positive lies in more free planning by students and post­graduate students of the preparation time and attending classes, in gaining experience in conducting a dialogue not only verbally, but also in writing, in the ability to more closely join modern forms of acquiring knowledge, in particular online, in a more literate and multi­layered mastery of both the student and the teaching staff of the possibilities of the Internet, in a creative approach to the forms of presentation by lecturers and the assimilation of theoretical and practical material by students. The positive is the possibility of organizing numerous scientific online conferences, distance festivals and competitions, and so on. At the same time, in conducting individual, small­group, and current practical classes, very significant difficulties arise that make it impossible to acquire the entire spectrum of skills and abilities that musicians­performers and conductors should possess by students of creative educational programs. So, after the consequences of COVID­19, distance learning, including the ability to communicate online, should be harmoniously and rationally applied to provide the best possible combination with traditional modes of education that have been developed over decades. Prospects for further research consists in the theoretical and practical development of the best achievements of domestic and foreign lecturers working remotely in the arts, in particular in the music, education sector, in the accumulation of theoretical knowledge while experimenting in conducting individual, small­group, and collective online classes in all areas of musical performance, musical­scientific, and musical­pedagogical activity, and in the scientific and methodological comprehension of this process.

Vocational Development in Emerging Adulthood

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael W. Pratt ◽  
M. Kyle Matsuba
Keyword(s):  
Turning Point ◽  
Life Stories ◽  
Life Story ◽  
Emerging Adult ◽  
Vocational Development ◽  
Data Set ◽  
The World ◽  
Key Concepts

Chapter 6 reviews research on the topic of vocational/occupational development in relation to the McAdams and Pals tripartite personality framework of traits, goals, and life stories. Distinctions between types of motivations for the work role (as a job, career, or calling) are particularly highlighted. The authors then turn to research from the Futures Study on work motivations and their links to personality traits, identity, generativity, and the life story, drawing on analyses and quotes from the data set. To illustrate the key concepts from this vocation chapter, the authors end with a case study on Charles Darwin’s pivotal turning point, his round-the-world voyage as naturalist for the HMS Beagle. Darwin was an emerging adult in his 20s at the time, and we highlight the role of this journey as a turning point in his adult vocational development.

Reports From the Field: Confessions of a Facebook Punk, or How Not to Do Social Media

2020 ◽  
pp. 235-244
Author(s):  
Gareth Dylan Smith
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Music Education ◽  
Popular Music ◽  
Purpose In Life ◽  
Sociology Of Music ◽  
Working Through ◽  
The World

The author is rarely certain of his purpose in life—a condition that is heightened by a busy yet reluctant level of engagement with social media. The author utilizes Facebook and Twitter to promote activity around popular music education and sociology of music education. There is considerable overlap in the author’s life between professional and personal domains, which seems amplified by social media. Facebook and Twitter provide less formal, more direct means to engage with the world than traditional modes of peer-reviewed communication among academic colleagues. Social media provide a platform for working through ideas and for addressing problems with urgency and immediacy. As such, and despite some messiness and increased levels of vulnerability and risk, the author encourages peers to engage with social media’s immediate and powerful, punk pedagogical potential.

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