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International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development

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ISSN: 2226-6348

Needs, Challenges and Prospects of Blended Learning in Music Education at the Higher Education Settings

Chen Longlong, Loy Chee Luen

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v13-i3/22396

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The evolution of music education faces transformative shifts through blended learning, presenting challenges and promising opportunities in higher education settings. The study aims to recognize students and educators needs for blended learning in music education, challenges in blended learning for music education, explore the potential prospects of blended learning in music education, and formulate recommendations to address challenges and harness prospects in the context of higher education settings. This study employs library research methods to investigate and analyze relevant literature on the subject of blended learning in music education. Research indicates that blended learning adapts to students' needs with flexible paths, diverse resources, and engaging environments. Educators, too, require continuous development, advanced tech resources, and collaborative platforms for optimal success in blended learning. Blended learning in music education faces challenges such as constrained virtual communication, high costs, and uneven work distribution. Conversely, it offers prospects like flexible learning, personalized experiences, and creative technological integration. The integration of blended learning in higher music education brings forth transformative shifts, unveiling challenges such as constrained virtual communication and high costs, alongside promising prospects like flexible learning and creative technological integration. To navigate this evolving landscape, comprehensive library research methods are employed. In conclusion, strategic recommendations are crucial, emphasizing investments in technology infrastructure, educator training, and clear policies to optimize blended learning's benefits and address challenges effectively in the realm of higher music education.

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