The Role of Instructional Scaffolding to Facilitate Problem Solving Skills in Music Improvisation

Authors

  • Farah Pauline Yong Abdullah Faculty of Creative Arts, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Cheong Ku Wing Department of Music, Faculty of Creative Arts, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Farideh Alizadeh Department of Drama, Faculty of Creative Arts, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5695-5314
  • Poon Chiew Hwa Department of Music, Faculty of Creative Arts, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52634/mier/2021/v11/i1/1763

Keywords:

Scaffolding, Problem Solving, Improvisation, Action Research

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the role of instructional scaffolding in developing problem-solving skills in melodic improvisation among beginner piano students. Three action research cycles were implemented to identify the effectiveness of scaffolding instructions. The process of measuring students’ problem-solving skills in improvisation is audio-recorded and further transcribed onto music scores in the third action research cycle for data analysis. The findings showed a positive development and improvement in the students’ problem-solving skills and filled the knowledge void for music teachers to plan and teach music improvisation progressively. These findings were helpful for music teachers to implement future musical tasks in creative activities.

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2021-05-15

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Yong Abdullah, F. P., Cheong , K. W., Alizadeh, F., & Poon , C. H. (2021). The Role of Instructional Scaffolding to Facilitate Problem Solving Skills in Music Improvisation. MIER Journal of Educational Studies Trends and Practices, 11(1), 103–117. https://doi.org/10.52634/mier/2021/v11/i1/1763

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Volume 11, Issue 1, May 2021

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