Hey guys it’s me again,

Here are my thoughts on study unit 2’s reflection questions.

I think it would be a good idea to see what the classroom music preference are to ensure that the music activities can be fun and relatable. So, for me I would prefer to ask the classroom what, are the music they like and know and then work from there. It also depends on where your school is where you teach and the backgrounds of the learners. Even though I have to choose one I think it is important to showcase other genres as well.

My personal preference in this case is contemporary commercial music. Most learners will at least know some of the songs which would make it easier to create activities that they can fully engage with. When learners at least know the song, it would be easier to create activities from because they know the song, so they only need to learn the movements added, body percussions, singing etc.

Yes, I do think that the content is inclusive. The study unit very thoroughly describes music elements, music education approaches, how to identify and apply appropriate teaching strategies, movement, body percussions and singing. I now know what each of these concepts are and how to use them in my classroom. The videos are also very helpful. I am capable after this study unit to create music activities for my classroom.

I think the content of study unit 2 was overall inclusive. I learned a lot and gained some knowledge and skills for my future classroom. I would just add exactly how to go about creating music activities, we see teaching strategies we can use, activities but not how to incorporate everything and a few suggested music options because sometimes it is hard for us, that do not work part time etc. to know what music the children would like and what music or beats or rhythms work best. Just for us to create the base of our music activities. 

Have I great day. See you next time.