Date Approved
12-4-2025
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education-Instruction and Curriculum: Secondary Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Sherie Klee
Academic Year
2025/2026
Abstract
Teachers in school music programs often face heavy workloads and limited support, which can affect their wellbeing and the stability of their programs. This project reviews research on the challenges music educators experience and identifies areas where schools can better support them. Using this research, the project creates a practical professional development guide that includes activities, planning tools, and strategies that schools can use to improve support for music teachers. An evaluation plan is included to help schools assess the guide’s impact. The goal of the project is to provide clear, usable resources that strengthen teacher wellbeing and contribute to more sustainable music programs.
ScholarWorks Citation
Robinson, Lian J., "Teacher Burnout in the Arts: Exploring Retention and the Future of Music Education Programs" (2025). Culminating Experience Projects. 659.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/659
