Teaching musical learning as problem-solving
Applying a theory of musical intelligence to musical instruction
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21511979 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Robert J Sternberg (0000-0001-7191-5169, Cornell University, corresponding author), Jaime G Kibelsbeck (Community School of Music and Arts, Ithaca, NY, USA) |
| Year | 2022 |
| Volume | 50 |
| Issue | 5 |
| Pages | 1696-1706 |
| Publication date | 2022-09-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Psychology of Music (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0305-7356 • E-ISSN: 1741-3087 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/03057356211055215 |
| OpenAlex | W3217370400 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 9 |
This article describes how a theory of musical intelligence can be applied to the teaching of music whereby musical learning is viewed as a form of problem-solving. We first introduce basic concepts and then describe the steps in a problem-solving cycle for musical learning. In particular, these steps involve recognizing the existence of a problem, defining the problem, allocating resources to the problem, mentally representing the problem, formulating a strategy to solve the problem, monitoring problem-solving, and evaluating the solution after one is done. Then, we discuss the application of these steps to analytical, creative, practical, and wisdom-based learning and performance. Finally, we draw some conclusions
Cognitive science · Creative problem-solving · Creativity · Mathematics education · Musical · Musical composition · Visual arts · Computer Science · Creativity in Education and Neuroscience · Diverse Music Education Insights · Neuroscience and Music Perception · Psychology · Social Psychology
| Citations per year | 1 |
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| Citation span | 2023 - 2026 (4) |
| Highly cited | No |