Arts Learning
ACHF Arts Education
This music education series removes financial, transportation, and access barriers by bringing arts learning programs directly to life-long learners. Success is measured by 1) attendance, which should stay constant or grow, 2) resident feedback, 3) a final formal evaluation, and 4) comments from activity directors. 2: This seven-part series offers directed, sequential, formal music education to seniors. It enhances musical understanding and builds community. Success will be measured by conversation with and formal evaluations from the activity directors and participants regarding the length and quality of the seven-part series.
Approximately 400 Minnesota seniors received music education in their residences. Financial, transportation and access barriers were removed. Attendance was counted for each visit. The numbers remained stable or increased through the seven months. Resident feedback was continually positive monitored through informal conversation at each visit and formally in the written evaluation: Very easy to understand and hear, unique and entertaining way to learn. Likewise Activity Directors completed an evaluation with different questions from the residents. 2: Approximately 400 Minnesota seniors received music education in their residences. They expanded their knowledge and socialized more with each other. The formal resident evaluation form included statistical information - musical background, age, etc., yes or no responses to six questions and three open-ended questions for additional comments. The formal Activity Director evaluation form was more detailed requesting comments regarding artistic/educational outcomes and community/audience outcomes.
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