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Use of Reflective Practice in
Developing Students’ Listening and
Ensemble Performing Skills in Guitar
Ensemble Co-Curricular Activity
Chen Li Yan, Huang Yewei Martin
St. Patrick’s School

Abstract

This research study examines the use of reflective practice
as a tool to capture students’ music learning in listening
and ensemble performing skills. Students’ perception and
views on the role and effectiveness of reflective practice
in facilitating their music learning are also explored in this
study. Data were collected from these reflection journals,
video recordings, and reflective dialogues. The qualitative
results revealed that reflective practice creates a platform for
students to become more aware, and hence, take greater
ownership of their own musical learning. This acquisition and
practice of soft skills in reflective practice in music learning
are aligned with the development of the 21st Century
Competencies and social and emotional competencies for
which Singapore schools are equipping our students. Results
of the findings carry implications for teachers to explore the
approach in infusing and promoting a reflective culture for
our students that supports the teaching and learning of
these competencies and skills.

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