The use of Japanese animation as a pedagogical tool for adolescent students to learn guitar solo writing
The pedagogical theory in this study revolves around storytelling, anime and student-centred learning. As narrative is a pedagogical tool used extensively in music education, this study investigates the potential of incorporating anime story structure as a pedagogical tool for teaching guitar solo writing to adolescent students in one-to-one guitar lessons.
As guitar learning and teaching evolve around technology and culture, modern guitarists need to know a combination of composition, improvisation and performance skills. The study addressed the lack of accessibility to information on guitar solo composition, specifically for beginners and adolescent learners.
The researcher executed the intervention by facilitating the interpretation of music, anime and text, whereby the interpretations serve as the guide to composing guitar solos. Data analysis reveals the usefulness of anime in teaching guitar solo writing. Participants also reported improved self-efficacy and motivation while integrating anime story structure into guitar learning.
A new learning cycle model emerged from the findings, which indicated a deeper understanding and synthesis of knowledge. Using anime significantly impacts teaching and learning by providing valuable insights, initiating discussions and encouraging further research.
