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Mexican University Professors' Perceptions of Music Literacy in Higher Education

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Research conducted at the Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Mexico, has shed light on the perceptions of Mexican university professors regarding Music Literacy (ML) in higher education. The study analyzed the relationship between the conservatory model and its influence on teaching ML in Mexican universities. Fifty-four professors from different states in the country participated in a self-report questionnaire, revealing that their perceptions of ML are closely linked to skills such as reading and writing traditional music notation.

Key Takeaways:

  • The study found that professors privilege the use of reading to learn repertoire from scores over other aspects such as aural development and musical creativity.
  • Professors tend to plan more frequently activities in which they feel competent, repeating the schemes under which they were taught.
  • The research suggests that the perceptions of ML are strongly linked to skills such as reading and writing traditional music notation.
  • The study highlights the need to develop alternative approaches to music education, focused on a more holistic musical training.
  • The research also emphasizes the importance of establishing a basic set of skills in different areas to enhance opportunities in the music profession.
  • Fifty-four professors from different states in Mexico participated in the study.
  • The research was supported by the System of Higher Education (SNP) of the National Council of Humanities, Sciences and Technologies (CONAHCYT), Mexico.
  • The study concludes that the current conceptions and teaching practices in ML in higher education in Mexico need to be reevaluated.

Statistics:

  • 54 professors from different states in Mexico participated in the study.
  • 43(2):229-242 is the page range of the research article in the International Journal of Music Education.
  • The research was published in 2025 in the International Journal of Music Education.
  • The Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Mexico, provided financial support for the research.

Sources:

  • Music Literacy In Higher Education In Mexico: Current Conceptions and Teaching Practices. International Journal of Music Education, 2025;43(2):229-242.
  • Sistema Nacional de Posgrados (SNP) of the National Council of Humanities, Sciences and Technologies (CONAHCYT), Mexico.
  • Autonomous University of Chihuahua, Mexico.

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