Using Music As a Training Tool—Instructional Systems Development

Chapter . Job Aid

Avoiding Musical Difficulties

Use the following questions to avoid some of the difficulties associated with music.

Questions	Yes	No
Do you use music less than 40 percent of total class time?
When you use music, do you have specific reasons for doing so?
Have you integrated the placement of music into the whole training program?
Is the music usage appropriate to the learning situation?
Have you selected the music based on need, not on personal preferences?
Does the music match the cultural norms of your learners?
Are the song's lyrics appropriate to the learning situation?
If using songs with lyrics, do you want the song to be noticed?
Total (8 maximum)

The higher the Yes column score, the more you will avoid difficulties ...