The Effects of Utilization of Differentiated Instruction in Teaching Music in Grade 3 of Balite II Elementary School
Keywords:
differentiated activities in teaching musicAbstract
INTRODUCTION
Differentiated instruction is an instructional concept that maximizes learning for all students, regardless of skill level or background. It is based on the fact that in a typical classroom, students vary in their academic abilities, learning styles, personalities, interests, background knowledge and experiences, and level of motivation for learning. When a teacher differentiates instruction, he or she uses the best teaching practices and strategies to create different pathways that respond to the needs of diverse learners. Differentiation is not a set of strategies, but rather a way of thinking about teaching and learning (Tomlinson & Murphy, 2014).
METHODS
The descriptive method of research was used in the study to find out the effects of differentiated activities in teaching music in Grade 3 pupils. The data gathered were tabulated, evaluated and analyzed using percentages to identify multiple intelligences of pupils. Moreover, T-test is used to determine significant correlation between the pre-test and post-test result in the effects of utilization of differentiated activities specifically in teaching Music in Grade 3. This action research is purely descriptive in nature which uses pre-test/ post-test result and survey result to address the pupils' problem.
RESULTS
The result of the post test showed that there is a significant difference between the post-test and pre-test on the positive impact of the utilization of differentiated instruction in teaching Music Grade III in Balite II Elementary School, District of Silang, 2018-2019
DISCUSSIONS
Differentiation can be effective for both high-ability students and those with disabilities. Providing children options means that they take on more of the responsibility for learning themselves. The engagement in learning tends to be stronger because it addresses the children as individuals with an equal opportunity for growth. Differentiated instruction must suit the level of abilities and difficulties of Grade pupils
