LESSON STUDY MODEL APPLICATION IN THE FIELD OF TEACHING MUSIC AND STUDENT COMPETENCIES

Abstract

This paper considers the possibilities of applying the Japanese Lesson Study Model in the process of teaching music to future kindergarten teachers. Given the artistic character of the subject and diverse music abilities of students, the aim of this paper is to explore the possibility of applying the Lesson Study with regard to students’ personal feelings toward competencies to prepare and perform activities during the music lesson. Research results show that student competencies acquired during formal education are sufficient for preparation and performance of activities, but that differences in experiencing competencies can be spotted within individual parameters. According to the attitudes of future teachers, the application of the Lesson Study in teaching music would yield positive results in the context of improving their social competences, self-assurance and confidence when performing music, their ability for collaborative work and some aspects of the teaching method.