Department of Music Educationhttp://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/7832026-04-06T15:35:27Z2026-04-06T15:35:27ZMusic instruction in Krowor Municipal basic SchoolsPeprah, P.http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/51672026-03-30T09:53:01Z2024-07-01T00:00:00ZMusic instruction in Krowor Municipal basic Schools
Peprah, P.
This study embarked on an in-depth exploration of music education within the context
of private basic schools in Krowor Municipality. The research harnessed the insights
of 45 participants; 5 music teachers and 40 pupils, selected through purposive
sampling, to illuminate the current state of music instruction there. Employing a
comprehensive methodology that encompassed in-depth interviews, focused group
discussions, and observations, the study uncovered multifaceted perspectives on
music education. The data for this study was analysed u+--sing a thematic analysis
method. Across the sampled schools’ diverse approaches to music education emerged,
shedding light on varying levels of integration and importance. The limitation of
allocated time emerged as a constraint, impacting the depth and effectiveness of
music education, despite its acknowledged positive influence on academic
performance. An intriguing facet unveiled by the socio-demographic analysis was the
prevalence of non-specialist teachers, highlighting a central challenge of generalist
educators delivering music instruction. Proposed solutions include dedicated time
slots and specialist teachers. This study calls for collaborative measures to address
these challenges and optimize music education quality. As the study findings resonate
beyond the sampled schools, they offer insights for broader efforts to nurture holistic
and impactful musical education experiences
A thesis in the Department of Music Education,
School of Creative Arts, submitted to the
School of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment
of the requirements for the award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Music Education)
in the University of Education, Winneba
JULY 2024
2024-07-01T00:00:00ZIndigenous expression in christian worship through agbadza music at the Global Evangelical Church, KasoaAdzidah, Ahttp://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/50372026-03-09T15:36:11Z2025-11-01T00:00:00ZIndigenous expression in christian worship through agbadza music at the Global Evangelical Church, Kasoa
Adzidah, A
The research work focused on indigenous expression in Christian worship through
Agbadza music at the Global Evangelical Church, Kasoa in the Awutu Senya East
Municipality in the Central Region of Ghana. The study mainly focused on why the
Global Evangelical Church, Kasoa incorporate Agbadza music into the liturgical
service. The study was underpinned by Edward Said’s post-colonial theory. A
qualitative paradigm approach was used for the study with case study as the research
design. The overall population for the study was the entire membership of the Global
Evangelical Church, Kasoa. The research focused on 438 congregants of which ten (10)
participants were sampled for the study using purposive sampling technique. The main
instruments used for data collection were interviews (semi-structured) and observation.
Data collected from the interviews were analyzed thematically and discussed in
addition to the observations made. The main findings from the study revealed that the
performance of Agbadza music has led to the increment of membership in the church.
Also, the use of Agbadza music has helped in the growth and development of the Global
Evangelical Church, Kasoa. The study also shows the relevance of Agbadza gospel
songs in Christian worship and how it has transformed the lives of members in the
church. It was concluded that Agbadza gospel songs helped in educating members to
live a moral life which is tenement of believers. For Agbadza music to be sustainable
in the Global Evangelical Church, Kasoa, it is recommended that, the youth in the
church should participate in the performance of Agbadza music during services. Again,
there is a need for leaders of the indigenous musical group in the church to regularly
organize music seminars and workshops for members to equipped themselves to
perform Agbadza music during Christian worship.
A Thesis in the Department of Music Education,
School of Creative Arts,
Submitted to the School of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment
of the requirements for the award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Music Education)
in the University of Education, Winneba
NOVEMBER, 2025
2025-11-01T00:00:00ZIntegrating music in the teaching and learning of numeracy and literacy at preschools in the Awutu-Senya East municipality.Amoh-Mensah, G.A.D.http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/49402026-02-23T11:13:10Z2024-01-01T00:00:00ZIntegrating music in the teaching and learning of numeracy and literacy at preschools in the Awutu-Senya East municipality.
Amoh-Mensah, G.A.D.
There is compelling evidence that music engagement enhances the sensory, cognitive,
emotional, and motor skills, which are the driving forces behind all learning. This
study aimed to investigate the extent to which music is integrated into the teaching of
numeracy and literacy, and also suggest strategies of integrating music into preschool
numeracy and literacy pedagogy. Three theoretical perspectives underpinned the study
namely the Theory of Multiple Intelligence (Howard Gardener, 1999), the Synopsis of
Multiple Intelligences exemplified in Ephraim Amu’s Ti ri ne Nsa ne Koma Song
(1952), and Robert Root-Bernstein's Synosia Phenomenon (2002) which says ‘to
know is to feel and to feel is to know.’ The study employed a qualitative research
approach through a case study research design. The population for the study consisted
of Nursery and KG teachers in the Awutu Senya East Municipality. A sample size of
18 participants were purposively selected for the study. An interview guide was used
to gather the qualitative data for the study. Responses from the in-depth interview
were transcribed, coded, and analysed to generate themes. The study revealed that
preschool teachers understood the numerous benefits Music brings to a child's
development, particularly in his/her cognitive, psychomotor, social, and emotional
growth. The study again revealed that integrating music into the teaching of numeracy
and literacy in preschool classrooms can enhance children's engagement and
understanding of vocabulary, comprehension, mathematical thinking, critical thinking,
and socioemotional skills. It was recommended that songs in the indigenous
languages (L1) be taught and sung frequently in the school as they are capable of
increasing pupils’ understanding levels in numeracy and literacy as well as instilling
in them, good moral values. It was again recommended that Curriculum designers
could include music-based activities and materials in preschool curricula to promote
the teaching of numeracy and literacy.
A thesis in the Department of Music Education,
School of Creative Arts, submitted to the School
of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment of the
requirements for the award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Music Education)
in the University of Education, Winneba
2024-01-01T00:00:00ZPortraiture in Ghana. Female strides.Osei, B.http://41.74.91.244:8080/handle/123456789/49002026-02-23T11:10:33Z2023-12-01T00:00:00ZPortraiture in Ghana. Female strides.
Osei, B.
Portraiture in Ghana has been dominated by men. Many monuments in Ghana have
been erected by male sculptors which is painting a picture that females do not make
portrait sculptures, this is why the researcher intended to find out whether there are
practicing female sculptors in Ghana, and if there are why they are not commissioned
to make monumental portraits in the Country. The main objective of the study was to
identify practicing female portrait and figurative sculptors in Ghana, analyse their
works and find out how their works are documented. Qualitative method of research
was used and the research design was case study. Six female portrait and figurative
sculptors constituted the sample size and the sampling techniques were purposive and
snowballing. Semi structured interview and personal observation were the data
collection instruments used for this study. Thematic and visual analysis were used to
analyse the qualitative data. The study revealed that although there are some Ghanaian
female sculptors practicing portraiture, most of them are unable to combine portraiture
as a profession and domestic activities. Secondly, most of them are in the academia
making the practice of portraiture a part time business. Again, the study revealed that,
females who choose sculpture as their elective course in their first years in the
universities are low as compared to the males. The researcher concluded that, it will not
be appropriate to give a strict definition of who a portrait artist is, since the scope of
portraiture expands beyond representation of physical looks of an individual because
installations and conceptual art are classified as portraits once they talk about a
particular individual. It was recommended that female Visual Art students should be
encouraged to pursue sculpture and subsequently portraiture. Again, she suggested that
practicing female portrait sculptors and their works should be documented and placed
in educational institutions that offer sculpture, Libraries, Centres for National Culture
and Museums and Monuments Board to serve as educational resources and advert for
people who may need their services.
A thesis in the Department of Music Education,
School of Creative Arts, submitted to the School of Graduate
Studies, in partial fulfilment
of the requirements for award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Arts and Culture)
in the University of Education, Winneba
2023-12-01T00:00:00Z