Week Ten Reflection

Week 10 Reflection: Power of Music

Introduction

In this week's enlightening lecture, we were graced by the presence of Mr. Tamim, a distinguished lecturer from the faculty of creative multimedia at Multimedia University in Malaysia. The focus of the session was on the post-Covid-19 landscape and its profound impact on students' learning experiences.

Class Unfold

Mr. Tamim presented stark statistics, revealing the challenges students faced in the wake of the pandemic. A notable 54% reported difficulties in memorization, 67% struggled with focus, 56% found it challenging to adapt to the new learning environment, and a staggering 90% perceived studying during the pandemic as more arduous compared to the pre-pandemic era (Aftab et al., 2021). Amidst this struggle, the potential of music emerged as a beacon of support for student well-being and academic performance.

Reporting - 5W1H

What: Exploring the impact of the post-Covid-19 learning landscape. 

Why: Understanding the challenges faced by students and potential solutions. 

Who: Mr. Tamim, a faculty member from Multimedia University. 

Where: The virtual classroom setting. 

When: The specified lecture week. 

How: Through statistical insights and expert analysis.

Respond

The revelation about the difficulties students faced post-pandemic resonated deeply, underscoring the collective struggle to adapt to the new normal of learning. Mr. Tamim's insights opened a gateway to a potential solution: the therapeutic power of music.

Personalize

As I absorbed the information, I couldn't help but reflect on my own experiences during these unprecedented times. The challenges outlined mirrored my own, making the quest for effective coping mechanisms all the more personal.

Relating

The emphasis on music as a tool to enhance focus and create an engaging study environment struck a chord. It connected with my own occasional use of carefully chosen background music to drown out distractions and delve deeper into my studies.

Reasoning

The rationale behind the impact of music on cognitive functions, as elucidated by Mr. Tamim and supported by existing research (Hogenes, 2014), became clear. Music's multifaceted influence on the brain, from improving focus to regulating mood, provided a compelling case for its integration into the study routine.

Reconstruction

Week 10 unfolded as a revelation of challenges and potential solutions in the post-pandemic educational landscape. The statistics served as a poignant reminder of the collective struggles, while the exploration of music as a study aid offered a glimmer of hope and practical guidance.

Conclusion

As we navigate the complexities of post-pandemic learning, the role of music emerges as a powerful ally. Beyond the statistics, this week's insights open doors to personalized strategies, reminding us that amidst challenges, there are creative and harmonious ways to enhance our learning journey.

References

Aftab, U., Siddique, A., & Shahzad, A. (2021). Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on the Psychological Well-being of University Students in Pakistan. Frontiers in Public Health, 9, 673924. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2021.673924 Hogenes, M. (2014). Music and Cognitive Functions. In Psychology of Music in Multimedia (pp. 67–83). Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780199608157.003.0005