Adopting a fresh approach to the assumptions and concepts which underlie musical learning,
Taking a Learner-Centred Approach to Music Education
provides comprehensive guidance on professional and pedagogical aspects of learner-centred practice.
This essential companion
offers a pedagogy which is at once informed by theoretical understandings, and is underpinned by experience, practical examples, case studies and self-reflection. Initial chapters explore the theoretical dimensions of learner-centred music education, touching on aspects including collaborative learning, the learning environment and pedagogical sensitivity. Latter chapters delve deeper into the practical application of these teaching strategies and methods. The book invites its reader to reflect on topics including:
music, emotions and interaction
the voice and body as instruments
making music visible and tangible
improvising and learning music with instruments
working with groups in creative activities
the music pedagogue as a sensitive and creative instrument.
Taking a Learner-Centred Approach to Music Education will deepen understanding, facilitate reflection and inspire new approaches to teaching in the field of music. It is essential reading for current and future practitioners involved in music education, early childhood music practice, community music, music therapy and special needs education.