1. Please share your story as an LSKM 221 student by comparing your knowledge,skills, experiences, abilities and attitudes towards music education from the start of the semester to the end of the semester

From the start of the semester it was a bit difficult for me to understand some of the content of music education. But now I have not knowledge with regards music education. I learnt about the value of music on a child's development as well as their learning. The types of music education approaches. At first I thought music(songs) was all about different beats but after studying throughly I I understand there are music elements meter and rhythm, pitch(melody) and dynamics.

2. What did you learn from your individual reflections?

I learned about the value of music and art integration in the foundation phase and also how to plan for a music lesson.

• What did you find challenging? 

I find difficulty in integrating music with other subjects. Because it is difficult to see if the subjects outcomes are reached through music integration.

• Did you find the individual reflections meaningful? Please motivate your answer

Yes, because I was able to see what I have learned and where I need to study more to understand.

• What would you change if you had the opportunity in future?

I wouldn't change anything. I will use all I have learnt in my future teaching practice.

3. What did you find interesting and meaningful?

I find art integration interesting and meaningful. Because it is an enjoyable way for learners to grasp the lesson. Through art integration learners are given a chance to demonstrate their understanding and individual learning needs and abilities are met.

• What challenged you, and what do you still struggle to understand?

I still struggle to understand art integration with regards to finding ideas to integrate art in a subject and deciding if it is suitable for that subject.

• What didn't you find valuable for your future teaching practice?

I find everything valuable,because it is guidance for me to use in the future to make teaching easier for me.