Teaching Methods and Strategies that Integrate Cultural Ideas in Piano Education: Exploration from a Global Perspective
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International College, ZhengZhou University, Zhengzhou, He Nan, 450000, China
Abstract
In today's interconnected world, students are increasingly exposed to diverse cultures. The rise of multiculturalism in education opens doors to a richer piano learning experience for students and beyond mastering fundamental playing skills, students can now explore a wider range of learning content. This study aims to explore innovative teaching methods and strategies that integrate cultural ideas into piano education. The study involved 73 participants, with a nearly even gender distribution and ages primarily between 16-20. Culturally, the group was diverse, with representation from African, American, Chinese, and European backgrounds. Survey results indicated that over half the participants encountered music from diverse cultures "Sometimes" or "Often" in their piano lessons, and Alfred emerged as the most preferred method for cultural integration. Students generally agreed that cultural integration methods enhanced music appreciation, with the highest score for learning music from different cultures. The Kruskal-Wallis test revealed no significant difference in how students perceived the effectiveness of the four specific cultural integration techniques presented. Our findings suggest that cultural integration can be a valuable tool for enhancing student engagement and music appreciation in piano lessons.
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