Yi-Hsuan Wang
University of Taipei of Department of Learning and Materials Design Professor
E-mail：annywang12345@hotmail.com
Ya-Chu Chuang
University of Taipei of Department of Learning and Materials Design Research Assistant
E-mail：yachu30@go.utaipei.edu.tw
Abstract
This preliminary study investigates the application and effectiveness of digital learning materials integrated with various instructional strategies in elementary music education. The participants included 56 third-grade students from a public elementary school in northern Taiwan. Four music lessons were designed, covering both knowledge-based and skill-based content. Digital learning materials—including e-books, interactive content, and gamified modules—were implemented based on lesson objectives, paired with teacher-led instruction or student self-directed learning strategies. Data were collected through assessments, questionnaires, and interviews, and analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Results revealed that: (1) teachers can effectively align digital resources with instructional goals, enhancing teaching flexibility; (2) digital materials increase student interest and participation, while self-directed learning supports personalized learning paths; and (3) students performed better in knowledge-based lessons than in skill-based ones, particularly when lacking teacher guidance in self-study contexts. This study highlights the importance of tailoring digital content and instructional strategies to the nature of the learning objective to optimize student outcomes.
Keywords：Digital Learning Materials、 Instructional Strategies、Music Education、 Self-Directed Learning、 Learning Performance