Hi, everyone!

It was hectic the last two weeks with all the tests and assignments. Luckily I can start seeing the end.

Music is a challenge for me because I have no background knowledge of notes and how to present music in class but with the help of this module it helped me a lot. The learners are going to enjoy it a lot and I am excited to integrate it into my class one day. It makes learning so much more fun with music.

I’ve learned a lot, about the different theories, to have a meaningful relationship with your learners because they need to feel safe and supported in their classrooms. We play an important role in our learners’ lives with regards to providing them with motivation and encouragement with the aim of promoting their self-esteem and confidence. I learnt the importance of how music helps children develop physically, cognitively, personally, emotionally. Also about the elements that comes with music which can be used in the classroom and in the lessons. I also watched a few videos on body percussion and it amazed me how you can form a pattern by clapping hands or snap your fingers on the beat of the music. I also became aware of how important it is to include culturally diverse songs and literature within your classroom. When children play they learn to play and work together and to use their imagination. It is also very important to incorporate other subjects such as math, language and life skills into your music lesson.

The reflections were definitely meaningful for me because it was very interesting reading the other students posts and see how they experience this module and it helped me not to feel alone and helped me to share my understanding of each study unit.

Learning the different concepts of this module was challenging enough because I had no pre knowledge of music. Time was also a challenge for me to write the reflections. Not easy to work, be a mom and to study. But with planning and managing my time I did it.

I learned a lot from this module and there is nothing that I would change.