Consent For Participation In Pedagogical Research

Project Title:  The Impact of Zone-Based Scaffolding on Musical Fluency

Researcher: C.L. Caton-Greasley

Physical Location:  Triquetrae Music Academy part of St Mists Ltd

(aka Stalybridge Music Academy; name change April 2026)

Online Location:  https://www.chrisatthepiano.com/currentresearch 

Purpose of the Research

I am conducting research to improve the TMEP Teaching Methodology and to contribute to the field of individual music education. 

The goal is to observe how much structured "Zones" (Find, Create, Grow, Develop, Achieve, Explore, Build) rather than a linear approach assists students in mastering musical concepts.

Participation and Data Collection

As part of the regular course of study, I would like to use the following for research purposes:

• Anonymised scores from theory and playing challenges.

• Audio or ‘audio extracted from video’ recordings of musical performances and compositions.

• Worksheets and creative portfolios which have personal information redacted.

Data Protection and Anonymity

• Anonymity: All data used in published research or on the research website will be anonymised. No real names or identifying personal details will be used.

• Voluntary: Participation in the research is entirely voluntary. Choosing not to participate will not affect the student’s lessons or relationship with the teacher in any way.

• Withdrawal: You may withdraw your consent at any time, and your data will be removed from the study.

• Artificial intelligence tools may be employed to help analyze and categorise anonymised student data. This process is used strictly for identifying developmental requirements and trends and does not replace the researcher’s professional assessment.

Consent

I have read the information above and give my consent for the data collected during individual music lessons to be used for the research project described.

Student Name: ________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name (if student is under 18): _________________________________

Signature: ___________________________________________ 

Date: _______________

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