Survey on the Development of Pop Music in Music Teaching of Wulanhaote No.4 Middle School in Inner Mongolia, China

Abstract

          This research objectives were (1) To study on the Current Situation of Popular Music in the Teaching of Music in the Fourth Middle School of Wulanhaote City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China. (2) To find the development trend and direction of integrating pop music into middle school music teaching.
          The methodology was mixed method research and key informants were three experts to find out current situation of popular music and the development trend and direction of integrating pop music. The research findings were (1) Interviews with three key informants revealed the importance of popular music in secondary school music teaching, its benefits, and the need for a holistic, student-centered approach. They advocate for a balanced combination of theory and practice, focusing on creativity and individual learning needs. (2) The teacher's comprehensive and engaging approach to teaching pop music covered topics like history, production, marketing, and critique, using varied and interactive methods for effective learning.