Title:
MUSIC EDUCATION IN A MULTICULTURAL CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Authors:
Mai Thi Van Huong and Nguyen Thi Thanh Loan

Abstract:
This article focuses on analyzing the role and significance of music education in a multicultural classroom environment, while also identifying the challenges and opportunities faced by both music teachers and students. In the context of increasing globalization and migration, multicultural classrooms have become more common, requiring music education to adapt to the diversity of languages, cultures, and values. The article highlights key challenges, including language barriers, differences in musical aesthetic perceptions, and difficulties in selecting instructional content that is appropriate for various cultural backgrounds. At the same time, the article also clarifies the opportunities that music education can bring, such as fostering mutual respect, developing critical thinking, and promoting creativity. The research results propose specific solutions aimed at improving the quality of teaching and learning music in multicultural environments, contributing to the holistic development of learners

Keywords:
music, classroom, environment, challenges, opportunities

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2025.8330

Date of Publication: 27-06-2025