Music and Dance as Playway Methods for Effective Teaching and Learning Among Children of Pre Primary Schools in Ogun State

Abstract

The study examined music and dance as playway methods for effective teaching and learning among children of pre primary schools in Ogun State. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population comprises three (3) local government areas in Ogun State. A random sampling technique was used t o select 50 pre primary school teachers from each of the selected three local governments to make a total of 150 respondents as a sample for the study. A self developed questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. It was developed on a 2 Likert scale of Agreed and Disagreed. The instrument was moderated by experts who affirmed its validity. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha. Data collected were analyzed using simple percentage and standard deviation statis tical tools. The research findings revealed that integrating music and dance as playway methods in pre primary education offers numerous benefits for children's holistic development. It provides a powerful approach to effective teaching and learning. Educators can create a joyful and inclusive learning environment that promotes children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development by incorporating music and dance into the curriculum. This integration inspires children to explore, create, and connect, laying a solid foundation for their lifelong learning journey. Therefore, teachers should develop different customized learning activities by creating a joyful environment and shall plan the activities ranging from simple to complex. Teachers should be encouraged to participate in professional development programmes incorporating music and dance in pre primary classrooms. These programmes can provide training on effective teaching strategies, curriculum integration, and the use of music and dance to enhance learning outcomes.