Teaching STEAM in Secondary General Music Using Scratch and Makey Makey: Part I

Digital technologies are increasingly shaping interdisciplinary learning in education. In music classrooms, technology can support creative inquiry while connecting artistic practices with concepts from science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics (STEAM). This article introduces key concepts related to STEM, STEAM, Scratch, and Makey Makey and discusses the pedagogical rationale for integrating technology enhanced STEAM learning into secondary general music classrooms. By providing an overview of these concepts and accessible digital tools, the article offers music educators a foundation for designing interdisciplinary music learning experience.