This is the end of this chapter in my journey to learning. I still have so much to learn about anything and everything–I’m looking forward to it. I’ve enjoyed this learning process, and know that I will only continue to grow and learn. …To be continued.
HAPPY LEARNING!
Just a short note… Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to see my friend who uses Sibelius for his music programs in his private music school. We just couldn’t make the time to see each other and have a look at it. Oh well, too bad.
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I think I’m stressing a little bit now… I need to knuckle down and finish this off! I think I’m taking a big, big “risk” now, kina leaving this to the last few days. But anyway, this is what it’s all about. Maybe I need some sort of special robot/software/hardware which can do all the thinking for me… when is somebody going to invent that???
I went to the UTS library yesterday and located more journals on music education and ICT. I’ve been overwhelmed. Initially, I had a little trouble locating information regarding the topic that I had chosen, but there is so much out there.
“Seek and ye shall find…” Today I searched for scholarly articles through UTS library, which I could examine and then critique. I found a “treasure trove” of articles related to music education technology. In actual fact, there’s a publication called ‘Music Education Technology’–bingo! Exactly what I was looking for. Now, I have too many to choose from. Here’s a list of some that I found… too many choices. From what I’ve gathered so far, there is truly a great concern and interest in how technology can be integrated into music education. Here are a few articles that I’ve located:
I finally worked out why I couldn’t add any site links. I had to take a risk and explore, why and then I worked it out. I’m really quite proud of myself. Anyway, back on what I’m suppose to be talking about… Everything is going to be ok now. So, here are a few musical sites I found on the internet. I’ve tried a few, and found them worthwhile. A lot of the sites and programs available require students to take on the constructionist apporach–which we delved into last semester’s e-learning class. When children are given the opportunity and power to construct theri own learning, produce then publish their achievements, it raises a sense of ownership achievement. I also had a look at Matthew’s del.icio.us site for some. One of the main programs that are avialable, is Sibelius, which I’m looking at further in a critique.
The following sites covers composition, information, music theory, free mp3 download, games, lesson plans, etc.
I found out that a music teacher I know has Sibelius, maybe when I see him next, I can ask him a few questions about the program. I know that he uses it to put music create music sheets and programs for his students. I’d love to see how the program works first hand–it’ll give me a greater understanding of the tools available for teachers to help create music.
I’ve come across a few sites which are music education related. These sites are accessible, and can definitely be used in the classroom and at home to develop simple musical skills… except, the link tab isn’t working. Why? Let me see, I might have to come back later… Help???!!!
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Today I found some excellent vidoes from YouTube which exhibit curren trends in the music education technological sphere. There is definitely a big push in creating software and other technology to assist teacher and students in music education. As a muscian, I have constant contact with mucisians everywhere. Just a short story, the other day in one of my music groups, a new member joined. She later asked me what I’m studying, and I replied, primary teaching. She commented on how great–that is being a mucisian and entering the primary teaching field, because that’s what schools really need. She herself was a music teacher.
As many teachers don’t really have a solid foundation in music, software and technology have the power to enhance music education and really create something that’s fantastic. I’m getting really excited about this topic that I’ve chosen; I’m glad I chose it. I think I’ll focus on the available technologies in education, then look at pros and cons, advantages and disadvantages, how it can be integrated, what I think about it, any impacts on me… so look at at it from all perspectives.
Here’s one that I’m planning to crtique…
Today I came across a reference/book which I will most certainly use as part of this assessment. The title of the book is ‘Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching’ by M.D. Roblyer. The book covers many topics regarding technology in education. It explains many key terms, current trends, principles and strategies, theories, curriculum integration, etc. The chapter which I will delve into is chapter 13, Technology in Art and Music Instruction. This chapter covers the following topic:
I think I will have to narrow down my topic and focus on something specific, as I think that it’s quite broad. I think I’ll have to read more resources to be able to fully comprehend the current trends.
