Strategies for Using Popular Music to Teach Form to Intermediate Instrumentalists

1979 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 185-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
John W. Grashel
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Popular Music ◽  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Grade Level ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Programmed Instruction ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
Band Literature ◽  
Formal Concepts ◽  
Class Instruction

The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate three instructional strategies using popular music and selected band literature to teach concepts of music form to intermediate instrumentalists. The strategies included in-class instruction, programmed instruction, and a combination of these techniques. All strategies were constructed with identical objectives, sequence, time frame, and music examples. A criterion test was designed to measure knowledge of formal concepts. This test was employed as a pretest/posttest instrument with the seventh and eighth grade instrumentalists who represented four middle school bands, and who served as subjects in the final stage of the study. Statistical analysis confirmed that all strategies could be used successfully to teach formal concepts, that subjects could apply these concepts to unfamiliar band literature, and that grade level of the subjects had no significant effect on concept understanding.

Young Listeners’ Music Style Preferences

2013 ◽  
Vol 61 (4) ◽  
pp. 415-430 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth V. Brittin
Keyword(s):  
Popular Music ◽  
Grade Level ◽  
Significant Interaction ◽  
Cultural Identification ◽  
Popular Songs ◽  
Preference Ratings ◽  
Style Preferences ◽  
Asian Language ◽  
Musical Styles ◽  
At Home

Listeners ( N = 543) in grades 4, 5, and 6 rated their preference for 10 instrumental and vocal selections from various styles, including four popular music selections with versions performed in English, Spanish, or an Asian language. Participants estimated their identification with Spanish/Hispanic/Latino and Asian cultures, the number of languages they spoke, and the number of musical styles the adults in their family listened to at home. There were significant but small correlations between degree of identification with pinpointed cultures and preference for the four popular songs chosen to represent those cultures and significant, small correlations between preference for those and number of languages spoken. However, results on how degree of cultural identification corresponded with preference when responding to English or non-English versions of songs were mixed. There was a significant, small correlation between the number of musical styles adults at home were estimated to like and overall preference, providing data with which to consider the issue of musical omnivorousness. Overall, there was a significant interaction between mean preference ratings by grade level, gender, and selection. With specific vocal selections, girls rated female performances higher than did boys, and boys rated male excerpts higher than did girls, with interesting grade-level patterns.

scholarly journals PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP MATEMATIS MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN KONTEKSTUAL PADA SISWA SEKOLAH MENENGAH PERTAMA

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 144
Author(s):  
Nilam Sari
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Sample Selection ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Analysis Of Covariance ◽  
Contextual Approach ◽  
Mathematical Concepts ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Better Than

This study aims to find out: whether an increase in understanding of mathematical concepts students who learn using contextual approaches is better than students who get conventional learning. This research is a quasi-experimental study. The population of this study was seventh grade students of junior high school. Sample selection is done by cluster random sampling technique. The instrument used is concept understanding tests. The instrument was stated to have fulfilled the requirements for content validity, and the reliability coefficient was 0.77. The data in this study were analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis and parametric statistical analysis. Statistical analysis was carried out by analysis of covariance (ANACOVA). The findings of this study are that there is an increase in the ability to understand mathematical concepts of students who use contextual learning better than students who use conventional learning. From the results of the study it is suggested: (1) Learning with a contextual approach is one alternative for mathematics teachers in presenting mathematics subject matter (2) to other researchers who can continue their research on other subjects and mathematical abilities using a contextual approach

Word Association and Formal Training of the Written Language: B. Changes in Syntactic and Semantic Relationships of Associates

1979 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 743-752
Author(s):  
Roy B. Mefferd ◽  
Joanne H. Dufilho ◽  
Nancy E. Dawson
Keyword(s):  
Grade Level ◽  
Word Association ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Written Language ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Semantic Relationships ◽  
Grade Levels ◽  
Grade 5 ◽  
Longitudinal Approach ◽  
Free Word

This study combined a cross-sectional and a longitudinal approach with children from kindergarten through Grade 5 responding in free word association on four occasions to stimulus words introduced at each of the first six grade levels. These responses were analyzed for meaningfulness, syntagmatic-paradigmatic relationship, and for idiodynamic response set. As previously reported with grade level the meaningfulness of responses increased, and the syntagmatic-paradigmatic shift was observed. This “shift” was complex and the idiodynamic set scores showed that it is largely a function of the didactic techniques and of the grade of introduction of written words in our elementary schools. The longitudinal data indicated marked individual differences in the time and course of the changes. Some children were strongly influenced by these didactic procedures while others were not influenced at all or were only transiently influenced. Most children entered school with a pre-established set but a few developed no set within the time frame of the study. It was emphasized that the correlation between word associations and didactic techniques and sequencing may reflect teachers' experience of maturational readiness in children of different ages.

scholarly journals Course placement : its impact in a Midwestern region school district on achievement, curriculum, instructional strategies, expectations, and perceptions of the program

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Jodi Ann Glidewell
Keyword(s):  
School District ◽  
Critical Pedagogy ◽  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Instructional Practices ◽  
Grade Level ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Tracking System ◽  
College Preparatory ◽  
Interest Convergence ◽  
Course Placement

A school district in the Midwestern region uses a tracking system for sorting students into a grade-level or college preparatory track at the junior high and high school levels. This system has been in place for over sixty years. This is an ineffective method of educating students, particularly for those students in lower track classes. Critical pedagogy, the study of helping people to become free of oppression, and interest-convergence, which advocates that change is implemented when it benefits both groups, were used to study this practice. Focus groups, interviews, and observations of teachers occurred to help answer the following research questions: What impact do various instructional strategies and approaches have on achievement? How does course placement affect instructional behavior and course approaches? What types of instructional practices are being utilized in classroom instruction for both grade-level and college preparatory classes; do they differ and are they equitable? The findings supported the literature review. Students in grade-level classes are not challenged as much as their college preparatory peers, nor do they receive an equitable education in terms of the instructional practices utilized in the classes. Furthermore, all teachers expressed a desire to blend the classes to help improve discipline, provide role models for students, and to increase academic achievement. It is the recommendation of the researcher that the school district consider doing away with the tracking system as it is an ineffective means of educating the district's students.

Programmed Instruction using Band Literature to Teach Pitch and Rhythm Error Detection to Music Education Students

1979 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 149-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darhyl S. Ramsey
Keyword(s):  
Music Education ◽  
Error Detection ◽  
Programmed Instruction ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Optimum Length ◽  
Band Literature ◽  
Correct Score ◽  
Medium Level ◽  
Training Error

One of the skills necessary for the conductor of an ensemble is the ability to detect errors of pitch and rhythm in a rehearsal while examining a correct score. This study developed (1) a program to train the ability to detect errors, and (2) a test to measure improvement of this ability. Both the program and the test used full-score band literature of medium-level difficulty. Three forms of the program, each differing in the number of practice frames, were developed in order to determine the optimum length of program needed to effectively train error detection skill. Results showed that programmed instruction was effective in training error detection skill and that the longer forms of the program resulted in greater gains.

Engaging Students in Large Classes through the Use of Blended Learning Instructional Strategies (BLIS)

2014 ◽  
pp. 213-224
Author(s):  
Raymond W. Francis ◽  
Mary Jo Davis ◽  
Jon Humiston
Keyword(s):  
Student Engagement ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Large Class ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Effective Teacher ◽  
Faculty Performance ◽  
Large Classes ◽  
Class Instruction

It is not enough to be great at sharing information in a large classroom setting. To be an effective teacher you must be able to meaningfully engage your students with their peers and with the content, and you must do this regardless of class size or content. The issues of teaching effectively in large classroom settings have presented ongoing problems with enormous implications for both student learning and faculty performance. Issues about student engagement with the content, peers, and faculty persistently are discussed with little change in practice. However, the effective infusion of technology targeted through strategies for large-class instruction and management have great potential for increasing student performance. In this chapter, Blended Learning Instructional Strategies (BLIS) are highlighted to effectively address common issues related to teaching and student engagement particularly in large classroom settings.

The Statistical Sampling Concepts Needed in the Auditing of Computerized Accounting Systems

1983 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-82
Author(s):  
Vincent J. Skudrna
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Survey Research ◽  
Computer Programs ◽  
Statistical Sampling ◽  
Accounting Systems ◽  
Training Tool ◽  
Statistical Analysis System ◽  
College Training ◽  
Analysis System

This study was conducted to determine the Statistical Sampling (SS) knowledge requited by the accountant to audit computerized accounting systems. Survey research was performed by the use of structured questionnaires sent to colleges and industrial corporations regarding specific SS topics. The responses were compared and analyzed with the Statistical Analysis System (SAS) computer programs to determine any significant differences. Instructional modules were developed for selected SS topics when significant differences were found between college training and industry demands. The modules represent a training tool that includes terminal objectives, curricula content and instructional strategies for the SS topics involved.

scholarly journals PENGARUH KECERDASAN LOGIS MATEMATIS DAN KEMANDIRIAN BELAJAR TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP MATEMATIS SISWA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS DARING

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 491-500
Author(s):  
Muhammad Dede Firman ◽  
Wardani Rahayu ◽  
Lukman El Hakim
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Linear Regression ◽  
Mathematics Learning ◽  
Mathematical Concept ◽  
Intelligence Test ◽  
Mathematical Concepts ◽  
Ability Test ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
Self Regulated Learning ◽  
Regulated Learning

This study aims to determine the effect of mathematical logical intelligence and self-regulated learning on the ability to understand students' mathematical concepts in online-based mathematics learning. This research is survey research by giving a logical-mathematical intelligence test, a self-regulated learning questionnaire, and a mathematical concept understanding ability test to 142 X grade students in one of the Jakarta State Senior High Schools. Statistical analysis used in this study is multiple linear regression. Based on the results of hypothesis testing, it can be seen that there is an effect of mathematical logical intelligence and self-regulated learning together on the ability to understand students' mathematical concepts in online-based mathematics learning by 49.53%, there is an influence of mathematical logical intelligence significantly on the ability to understand students' mathematical concepts in online-based mathematics learning, and there is no significant effect of self-regulated learning on the ability to understand students' mathematical concepts in online-based mathematics learning.

scholarly journals Engaged: Making Large Classes Feel Small Through Blended Learning Instructional Strategies That Promote Increased Student Performance

2012 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 147-152 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raymond W. Francis
Keyword(s):  
Student Engagement ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Instructional Strategies ◽  
Large Class ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Classroom Setting ◽  
Effective Teacher ◽  
Large Classes ◽  
Change In Practice ◽  
Class Instruction

It is not enough to be great at sharing information in a large classroom setting. To be an effective teacher you must be able to meaningfully engage your students with their peers and with the content. And you must do this regardless of class size or content. The issues of teaching effectively in large classroom settings have presented ongoing problems with enormous implications for both student learning and faculty performance. Issues about student engagement with the content, peers, and faculty persistently are discussed with little change in practice. However, the effective infusion of technology targeted through strategies for large-class instruction and management have great potential for increasing student performance. In this work Blended Learning Instructional Strategies (BLIS) are highlighted to effectively address common issues related to teaching and student engagement in large classroom settings.

scholarly journals Pengembangan Modul Berbasis Research untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Konsep dan Kemampuan Metakognisi Siswa Kelas X pada Topik Ekosistem Di SMA Negeri 1 Karanganyar Tahun Pelajaran 2013/2014

BIO-PEDAGOGI ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 54
Author(s):  
Wahyu Fitri Lestari ◽  
Sri Widoretno ◽  
Nurmiyati Nurmiyati
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Field Testing ◽  
Cognitive Test ◽  
Initial Product ◽  
Concept Understanding ◽  
Average Value ◽  
Module Design ◽  
Grade Control ◽  
Metacognitive Ability

<p>The research and development are aimed: a) to develop a module based on research to improve the concept understanding and metacognitive ability of X student’s grade on the topic of ecosystem, b) to know the feasibility of module based on research to improve the concept understanding and metacognitive ability of X student’s grade on the topic of ecosystem, c) to know the effectiveness of module based on research to improve the concept understanding and metacognitive ability of X student’s grade on the topic of ecosystem. The research and development use  Borg and Gall ‘s procedure modified into seven stages, namely: 1) research and initial data collection, includes a review of literature and analysis the requirement; 2) Planning, involves making matrix of module, elaboration the indicators and learning objectives; 3) Preparation of the initial product; 4) First field testing, includes the validation test by expert of materials, expert of module design, expert of module developer and grammar, and expert of cognitive test, as well as user module (teachers and students); 5) Initial product revision; 6) The operasional field testing (stage II) with quasy experiment method. Test the effectiveness of product using Anacova at significans 0,05; 7) Final product revision. The result of the research shows that the module based on research on the topic of ecosystem is developed according to the Borg and Gall’s procedure modified into seven stages and arranged based on the research component. The feasibility of the module based on research is declared qualified "worthy" by the expert of materials, expert of module developer and grammar, expert of module design, and students (small groups), as well as qualified "very feasible" by expert of developer for test evaluation and the teacher (education practitioner). The module based on research is effective to improve the concept understanding represented by the average value of posstest for the treatment grade higher than the grade control, although statistical analysis shows no significant differences (Fvalue = 0,007 &lt;Ftable (0,05:1; 58) = 4,00). The module based on research is effective to improve the metacognitive ability as indicated by the average value of posstest for treatment grade higher than the grade control, as well as statistical analysis shows a significant difference (Fvalue = 6,390&gt; Ftable (0,05:1; 58) = 4,00). The conclusion of the research is the module based on research on the topic of ecosystem is feasible in learning and effective to improve the concept understanding and metacognitive ability.</p><p align="center"> </p><p class="0jTULISANKATAKUNCIKEYWORDS">Key Words: Module Based on Research, Concept Understanding,Metacognitive Ability</p>

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