THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SOUNDSCAPE MEDIA IN IMPROVING STUDENT LEARNING AT IAIN MANADO STATE ISLAMIC INSTITUTE, INDONESIA

Abstract This study aims to shift music's role in arts and culture education at IAIN Manado State Islamic Institute, Indonesia from didactic aspects to fostering creativity and interdisciplinary scholarship. The research investigates the integration of soundscape media to enhance education quality. The motivation to incorporate musical elements into the learning process is derived from three hierarchical phenomena. First, ontologically, music is often perceived merely as entertainment. Second, epistemologically, it is confined to practical learning designs. Third, axiologically, it is viewed as commercialized media. This study seeks to redefine these perceptions by employing the ASSURE model for instructional design. This model involves analyzing learner characteristics, setting specific objectives, selecting appropriate media, utilizing these materials in classroom activities, encouraging active learner participation, and evaluating the approach's effectiveness. Quantitative methods measure the impact of soundscape media on student learning. Results indicate significant improvements in student engagement, environmental awareness, sensory experiences, analytical skills, and overall learning quality. The implementation of soundscape media facilitates deeper understanding, reduces anxiety, and enhances creativity and empathy among students. The findings support the potential of soundscape media as a transformative educational tool, providing a more engaging, enjoyable, and effective learning experience, thereby fostering holistic development in students.