MONTESSORI PEDAGOGIKA IN NJENA VLOGA PRI NAUKU O GLASBI V GLASBENI ŠOLI.

The concept of the Montessori pedagogy, which emphasizes a child-center educational approach, is based on the triangulation of the factors of a supportive environment, thoughtfully prepared learning materials and a teacher, which appears as an observer and a moderator of activity. Results of the five-months project, which involved the concept of the Montessory pedagogy and the use of its materials within the subject Music theory in music school, in the 2nd, 4th and 5th grade, showed its positive effects especially in the development of rhythmically abilities and musical literacy. Individual observations have shown that the pre-prepared learning materials were attractive to pupils, increased motivation for learning, and encouraged independence and sovereignty in the individual's personal development. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]