Music Learning and Development: A Guide to Educational Psychology for Music Teachers

Music is a uniquely human phenomenon, and a solid understanding of people could be considered a musical necessity for music teachers and performers. Educational psychology (Ed Psych) can empower music teachers to engage students more effectively since it sheds light on important topics such as human emotion, communication, and skill development. Using accessible and engaging language, Robert H. Woody distills the most importantinsights of Ed Psych and applies them to real-life music teaching contexts. He offers a brief and practical guide, customized specifically for music teachers. Topics covered include: Motivation and achievement Practice and skill acquisition Behaviorism and cognitivism Constructivism and social learning theory Stages of early childhood, preteen years, and adolescence Music literacy Musical creativity and expressive performance This book will empower readers to contribute to the musical lives of others, showing that all people can be musical if they are provided the right learning experiences and guidance.