Classroom application of using visual stimuli in learning dynamics and pitch
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2014Listening is a common activity in music lessons. It is difficult for teachers to know whether
students are learning by listening. In this study, visual stimuli include imagery, metaphor, and
symbols, were introduced to students in the experimental group to learn dynamics and pitch.
A control group received the same lessons without any visual stimuli. Both groups received
the same tests, pre-test and post-test, after the two lessons. Tests were divided into two parts
including choosing the correct dynamic changes and distinguishing higher or lower pitch for
the melody.
Results showed the experimental group had improved more than the control group. The
change of the experimental group in relation to dynamics was more significant than that of the
control group. This suggested that the experimental improved recognition of different
dynamics changes within the same period of time as the control group. Both groups did not
have significant change in relation to pitch. There was no evidence showing there is an effect
of learning with visual stimuli.
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