Characteristics of effective learning in music

Early Childhood Music models of practice often involve adult led activity and direction. Whilst this is an important element of practice and pedagogy, educators need to consider the role of the adult and importantly how children develop and learn in different ways and rates.

The Characteristics of Effective Learning framework below is from Development Matters, the non-statutory guidance material that support practitioners to implement the EYFS. The framework below has been adapted to encourage educators to think specifically about supporting and nurturing children’s music making and development.

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