Author

Elaiza O. Ritas*
Capiz State University – Main Campus, Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines

Abstract

Music plays a crucial role in boosting students’ creativity, cultural understanding, and emotional expression. However, despite its value, many Filipino students struggle to grasp key music concepts due to limited resources, low motivation, and the often abstract qualities of various musical elements. This study aimed to develop a Strategic Intervention Material (SIM) in teaching Music and evaluate its validity by educators and learners. A developmental-descriptive research design was used in this study. The primary participants were 2 pedagogical experts, 5 Music teachers and 30 Grade 10 students who were purposively selected. The data collected from the teacher validation checklists and student validity questionnaires were methodically organized, evaluated, and analyzed to assess the quality and acceptability of the created Strategic Intervention Material (SIM). The researcher found that the least mastered competencies in music are: (1) describe distinctive musical elements of given pieces in 20th-century styles and (2) relates 20th century music to its historical and cultural background. This Strategic Intervention Material (SIM) is a thoughtfully designed learning tool aimed at helping Grade 10 students recognize the unique musical characteristics of 20th-century styles and connect those styles to their historical and cultural contexts. Using a set of interactive cards, it encourages students to delve into various musical genres, from Impressionism to Chance music, while highlighting how major global events like wars and technological advancements have influenced musical expression. The material blends essential concepts with engaging listening exercises and creative projects, ensuring that students develop a strong understanding of the necessary skills and knowledge. Moreover, the result revealed that the level of validation of the developed SIM in general and in terms of content quality, instructional design, and usability and presentation is perfectly validated. MAPEH teachers are encouraged to incorporate the Strategic Intervention Material (SIM) into their curriculum for 20th-century music modules, as it effectively supports students with weaker skills in analyzing musical elements and understanding historical contexts. Students may use the SIM for self-paced learning, allowing them to build confidence and knowledge independently. School administrators may adopt and distribute this resource, while future researchers may explore its effectiveness and potential adaptations for different grade levels or digital formats.

Keywords: Strategic Intervention Material, Content Quality, Instructional Design, Usability and Presentation, Music.

*Corresponding author / Email: ritaselaiza@gmail.com
DOI: http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05021082

Recommended citation:
Ritas, E. O. (2026). Development and validation of strategic intervention material (SIM) in teaching Music. Pantao (The International Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences) 5 (2), 3098-3116. http://doi.org/10.69651/PIJHSS05021082

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