critically analyse research and theory in a particular area of Music Psychology that is interesting to you.

In this assignment you have the opportunity to critically analyse research and theory in a particular area of Music Psychology that is interesting to you. You are required to review three research studies, describing the research method used and the findings. You should then critically appraise the approach taken by the authors by considering why they used a particular method and comparing the findings with your lived experiences with music. Using first person is acceptable in this assignment when discussing your analysis of the articles as well as your own lived experience. You are welcome to focus on one single topic and choose three studies related to this topic. You may also focus on combining two topics, and choosing studies that relate to one or both of these topics. For example, Music and Infancy may combine well with Music and the Brain, or alternately, Music and Emotions. There are many other possible combinations that you are welcome to consider, however, keeping things simple is often the best approach for ensuring clarity. You are welcome to draw on literature from the recommended readings on the Readings Online page, but you cannot use any readings we analyse in class or on Perusall. The list of articles that were used during the online class and up in Perusall should be excluded. Lists of articles to be excluded in your final assignment.pdf (%24CANVAS_OBJECT_REFERENCE%24/modules/geb9774be6ded01fc37e8bdb271858147) The assignment should be structured as follows: 1. Introduction – Outline your interest in the topic area chosen and describe who you have identified as the key theorists in that field by including approximately 3- 5 references to their articles / books and explaining why you think they are significant. The key theorists should not be first authors of the studies you analyse. (approx. 450 words) 2. Study 1 – Briefly summarise the research undertaken by the authors, critically appraise the research design and draw on your lived experience to consider whether the research findings are meaningful (approx. 500 words) 3. Study 2 – Briefly summarise the research undertaken by the authors, critically appraise the research design and draw on your lived experience to consider whether the research findings are meaningful (approx. 500 words) 4. Study 3 – Briefly summarise the research undertaken by the authors, critically appraise the research design and draw on your lived experience to consider whether the research findings are meaningful (approx. 500 words) 5. Conclusion – Reflect on the strengths and limitations of this body of literature and make suggestions for future research including referencing any articles that have made similar proposals in the literature you have read (approx. 450 words) 23/05/2022, 21:13 Written Assignment https://canvas.lms.unimelb.edu.au/courses/145218/assignments/276526 2/2 6. References – Include your page of references, listing all of the literature you have cited in the assignment. You can use any referencing style as long as you are consistent. The preferred referencing style in Music Psychology is APA. Word count: 2400 words for Bachelor and Honours students 3000 words for Masters students Referencing style: The referencing style we use in Music Psychology is APA. You are welcome to use any referencing style as long as you are consistent throughout the assignment and reference list. Click here to go to Frequently Asked Questions about the assignment Penalties and extensions: As per University policy, 10% of total marks will be detracted per day that is late. If you experiencing circumstances that impact your capacity to submit the assignment on time, you should apply for an extension through the Faculty. (https://www.formstack.com/forms/? 1546441-0yZAmA7MKU) Special consideration: If you are experiencing circumstances that impact your capacity to engage with the assessment, you should apply for special consideration through the Faculty. (https://students.unimelb.edu.au/your-course/manage-your-course/exams-assessments-andresults/special-consideration?_ga=1.40687845.617514239.1437964190)