Education, A-E

Education, A-E
Author: University Microfilms, Incorporated
Publisher: University Microfilms
Total Pages: 796
Release: 1989
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780835708418

The Status Of, Teacher Attitudes Toward, and the Impact of Music Therapy on Inclusive Music Education in Michigan

The Status Of, Teacher Attitudes Toward, and the Impact of Music Therapy on Inclusive Music Education in Michigan
Author: Ann E. Armbruster
Publisher:
Total Pages: 125
Release: 2014
Genre: Music teachers
ISBN:

The purpose of this study was to examine Michigan music teachers attitudes and perceptions regarding their training for and experience with special learners in their classrooms, and their collaboration and consultation with music therapists. Eighty-six music educators completed a 51 item questionnaire. Results showed that music teachers attitudes and perceptions are generally positive toward inclusion. Mean scores for attitude and perception were not influenced by whether participants had or had not taken a course in special education as a student, whether they had access to continuing education regarding inclusion through their school district, or participants predominant teaching area or degree year. Limitations of the study and recommendations for future research are included.