ERIC Number: EJ1454313
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Publication Date: 2024
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Parents' Perceptions of the Importance of Musical Activities: Impact on Preschoolers' Development and Education during the COVID-19 Lockdown
Cogent Education, v11 n1 Article 2402155 2024
Coronavirus disease 2019-necessitated lockdowns were difficult for everyone, but especially so for preschoolers. The adversities caused by the pandemic, isolation, and lack of opportunities to socialize with peers greatly affected well-being and education in this age group. Therefore, during this period, many parents had to assume the role of preschool teachers to keep their children in good spirits and up-to-date with their education. Based on outcomes determined by preschool teachers, parents planned and organized various activities for their children. To ensure that, in addition to development and learning, children enjoyed this time, a considerable number of these activities were music-based. This study aims to present parents' perceptions regarding music-based educational activities and their impact on the development, education, and well-being of children aged 3-6 years during the period of isolation. This qualitative study was conducted through semi-structured interviews. Data from 35 parents were collected from May to July 2020 and analyzed thematically. The results showed that most parents perceived the inclusion of music in their children's education as having positive effects on development and learning. These parents reported having observed a positive effect on the emotional, physical, and social aspects of their children's lives, as well as on memory. These findings can help educators and researchers increase parental involvement in preschoolers' education, allowing them to be seen as partners and supporters.
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Parent Attitudes, Music Activities, Preschool Education, Child Development, Program Effectiveness, Young Children, Planning, Parent Role, Early Childhood Education, Parents as Teachers, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Kosovo
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