Dimensions, Observation Object, and Process of Assessment of 2013 Curriculum-Based Musical Ensemble Teaching and Learning at Junior High Schools

Accuracy in the process of observing performance is an important part in achieving objectivity in learning assessment. Furthermore, this study aims to analyze dimensions, objects of observation, and assessment process in Music Ensemble teaching and learning at junior high schools. This research is conducted using mix-method research design. The combination of qualitative and quantitative methods is needed since both methods can complement each other during the process of preparing the assessment instrument and when conducting trials. The results show that: (1) the dimensions of object observation in the assessment include melody accuracy, rhythmic accompaniment, harmonic accompaniment, dynamism, and expression, and (2) based on the results, the assessment instrument for music ensemble teaching and learning are developed based on those dimensions, object of observation, and the assessment process in accordance with the required criteria.