An Intrinsic Case Study of Two Homeschooled Undergraduates’ Decisions to Become and Remain Music Education Majors

Abstract

The purpose of this intrinsic case study was to investigate two homeschooled undergraduates’ decisions to become and remain music education majors. Two senior music education participants’ data were used holistically to capture their experiences over a 12-month period. Individual interviews, weekly journals, and field notes comprised the data sources, whereas verification procedures included triangulation, member checking, and peer review. Participant profiles are included in the results as well as three themes: (a) remembered moments and the desire to facilitate those experiences for others; (b) parents, teachers, and other important role models within musical and teacher development; and (c) personal qualities and overcoming obstacles. Results reflect several past studies and highlight the need for homeschooled individuals to participate continually in field experiences at the undergraduate level.

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music teacher socialization homeschool homeschool music education majors case study

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