Abstract:

This research was conducted to examine music education applications and the problems with of early childhood teachers working at preschools in Ankara city center. The study included randomly selected 212 early childhood teachers from 166 schools. When data were analyzed, the followings were determinated; 57,08 % of teachers do not use instruments during the activities; 55,66 % of teachers do not have enough instruments for each child in their classroom. Data also suggested that; teachers do not do musical activities primarily; 37, 45 % of teachers primarily ask children to imitate objects, such as animal or etc. in order to support creative dance activities. Consequently, the study suggested that teachers apply the activities which they are knowledgeable but their knowledge is insufficient. Therefore, the teachers need in-service education in different areas of music

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