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

by Robert H. Woody (Author)

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 achievementPractice and skill acquisitionBehaviorism and cognitivismConstructivism and social learning theoryStages of early childhood, preteen years, and adolescenceMusic literacyMusical 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.

Author Biography

Robert H. Woody is professor at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, where he teaches courses in music education and music psychology. He is the author of Becoming a Real Musician: Inspiration and Guidance for Teachers and Parents of Musical Kid and Psychology for Musicians: Understanding and Acquiring the Skills, Second Edition.