ERIC Number: EJ1183823
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 18
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ISSN: ISSN-0190-4922
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Observations of and Perspectives on Musical Enjoyment in the Preschool Classroom
Koops, Lisa Huisman; Kuebel, Christa R.
Contributions to Music Education, v43 p59-76 2018
The purpose of this basic qualitative study was to explore the role of enjoyment during group musical activities in the preschool classroom. Data collection included observations using a researcher-created tool and fieldnotes to determine how preschool students demonstrated enjoyment during group activities. Interviews with three preschool teachers provided insight into the perspectives and perceptions of how enjoyment, learning, and music interact in the classroom. Results of data analysis produced three themes: signs of enjoyment (affective, continuation responses, on-task behavior, positive body movement), factors affecting enjoyment (affective, cognitive, physiological, activity structure), and links between enjoyment and other aspects of learning and classroom life (music, learning, and self-efficacy). Implications for educators and future research are discussed.
Descriptors: Classroom Observation Techniques, Preschool Curriculum, Music Education, Music Activities, Qualitative Research, Group Activities, Interviews, Preschool Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Music Appreciation
Ohio Music Education Association. Cleveland State University, 2121 Euclid Avenue MU332, Cleveland, OH 44115. e-mail: member_services@omea-ohio.org; Web site: http://www.omea-ohio.org/v3_resources/v3_resources/cme.html
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Preschool Education
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Language: English
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