Artistic-Musical Self-Concept of Pre-Service Primary Education Teachers: The Effect of Gender and Educational and Experiential Background Variables

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.6018/reifop.658621
Keywords: teacher self-concept, music education, pre-service training, artistic expression

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This study explores the artistic-musical self-concept of prospective teachers enrolled in the Primary Education degree program at two Spanish universities. Employing a quantitative research design through the administration of a questionnaire (n = 278), the study investigates participants’ perceived competence across several dimensions of musical, dance, and dramatic expression, including performance, improvisation, composition, performativity, and the management of creative processes. Non-parametric statistical tests (Wilcoxon, Mann-Whitney, and Kruskal-Wallis) were applied to identify significant differences based on gender and prior educational background. The findings indicate a more robust self-concept in organizational and evaluative tasks, contrasted with lower perceived competence in creative and expressive activities, particularly those associated with musical notation and composition. Statistically significant differences emerged in relation to gender and artistic background, underscoring the fragmented nature of self-concept shaped by prior experiences and sociocultural factors. The study advocates for the reinforcement of arts education as a core element within teacher training curricula, to promote a more inclusive, transformative, and normatively aligned approach to music education.

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Published
31-12-2025
How to Cite
Archilla-Segade, H., García Díaz, I., Rosa-Napal, F. C., & Castro-Alonso, V. (2025). Artistic-Musical Self-Concept of Pre-Service Primary Education Teachers: The Effect of Gender and Educational and Experiential Background Variables. Interuniversity Electronic Journal of Teacher Formation, 29(1), 81–92. https://doi.org/10.6018/reifop.658621