A Study of the Problematic Condition of Classical Guitar Practice Learning Management for Classical Guitar Instructors in the Higher Education Level

Abstract

The purposes of this research were: 1) to study the problematic conditions of instructors’ learning management for classical guitar practice at the university level, 2) to recommend guidelines on learning management for classical guitar practice to instructors at the university level. The research population was 60 people out of whom the 30 samples were selected through purposive sampling. The study tool was a questionnaire on the problematic conditions. The statistical data were analysed through mean, standard deviation, and description.

1. The research results showed that: 1. Overall, there were few problems in the learning management of the classical guitar practice at the university level. However, when analyzing each issue separately, it was found that the management side had moderate level of problems (= 3.31, S.D. = 0.20). When considered each aspect, it was found that the aspects with moderate problems were as follows: the administrators had to hold meetings with the instructors to clarify the teaching and learning plans. The administrators had to provide textbooks, documents, learning sources, and classical guitars. The administrators had to survey the needs of instructors regarding the funds to support classical guitar instruction, and the administrators had to look at the problems associated with classical guitar teaching from both learners and instructors.
2. Suggestions for learning management of classical guitar practice in higher education level were as follows: 1) Instructors should improve themselves in terms of knowledge, principles, theory, practical skills, and teaching techniques. 2) Learners should have a basic understanding of music knowledge and music practical skills before enrolling in the course, as well as having their own classical guitar, and they should have discipline and determination in practicing. 3) Instructors should employ teaching technologies that are compatible with present-day learning styles of students. 4) The curriculum should be updated with an emphasis on practical application in professional fields. 5) The administrators should know and understand about specific music practice, especially in the context of the practical course. 6) The administrators should allocate the funds for classroom development and purchase of good-quality equipment for classical guitars.