‘We must eradicate the fear of the differences’: Tertiary Spanish students’ perceptions about multicultural music

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https://doi.org/10.7203/LEEME.0.27371

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Music Education, Multicultural Education, Online learning, Cultural bearer.

Abstract

Collaborating across borders in higher education has shown to have myriad benefits. In this case study, drawing on small group discussions, whole group discussion, and anonymous written student feedback, the authors from different places across the globe explore preservice teacher’s perceptions of online learning multicultural songs. Using thematic analysis, data were coded and analyzed into six overarching themes. Findings indicate students broadened their musical spectrum and developed music knowledge and skills and an understanding about educational models that can enhance the cultivation of a global mindset. While online delivery cannot fully replace face-to-face teaching, the study indicates that the online environment can open up new windows of opportunities for students to engage with cultural bearers around the world in real time.

Author Biographies

Alberto Cabedo-Mas, Universitat Jaume I de Castellón

Profesor Titular de Uniersidad. Departamento de Educación y Didácticas Específicas.

Dawn Joseph, Deakin University

Associate Professor of Education.  School of Education.  Faculty of Arts and Education

Jennifer Mellizo, University of Wyoming, WY

University of Wyoming Laboratory School, Laramie, WY

Rohan Nethsinghe, University of Canberra

Associate Professor , Centre for Sustainable Communities;  Senior Lecturer , Education.

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