# Unleashing Creative Synergies: A Mixed-Method Case Study in Music Education Classrooms
## 3 Discussion  
The data provided raises interesting points for discussion regarding the grades of music composition projects and the correlations observed between individual and group work. The mean and standard deviation results (Table 3) indicate that students' grades were relatively close, with a majority achieving a grade of 3/5 (students understood many CT concepts). This suggests that there was a level of consistency in the quality of work produced by students, both individually and in groups. Furthermore, the strong correlations observed between the group and individual projects for programming (correlation coefficient \(r=0.74\)) and music (correlation coefficient \(r=0.82\)) shed light on the relationship between collaborative and individual work in terms of incorporating CT concepts. High correlations indicate minimal variation in students' application of CT concepts when collaborating compared to their individual efforts. One possible interpretation of these findings is that the collaborative nature of the group projects did not significantly impact the integration of CT concepts. It appears that students were able to effectively transfer their understanding and application of CT principles from individual work to the group setting. This indicates that the collaboration process did not hinder or enhance the incorporation of CT concepts, at least as measured by the observed correlations. It is important to note, however, that these relationships provide only a limited understanding of the relationship between collaboration and the use of CT concepts. Other factors, such as group dynamics, individual contributions, and the specific nature of the music composition projects, may have influenced the outcomes. Despite these results, in the reflections carried out by the participants during the class reflections (learner workbook), some of the students emphasize the positive impact of collaborative learning experiences on personal growth, teamwork skills, and the enriching nature of shared knowledge:  
_Collaborative projects have shown me that learning isn't just about what I know, but what we can achieve together. It's a chance to share our ideas and make something amazing as a team._ ([PERSON], Student)  
_In our group projects, we bring together our different strengths and knowledge. It's not just about the work; it's about building lifelong teamwork skills that will help us in any career._ ([PERSON], Student)  
_When we collaborate, we create a dynamic learning environment. We're not just learning from the teacher; we're learning from each other, which makes the subject matter come alive._ ([PERSON], Student)  
_I used to think studying was a solitary activity, but collaborative learning has shown me that there's power in numbers. Together, we can achieve more than I could on my own._ ([PERSON], Student)  
_Collaboration isn't just about academics; it's about connecting with people, sharing experiences, and realizing that we're part of a bigger learning community._ ([PERSON], Student)  
_I used to be shy about sharing my thoughts, but collaborating with my classmates has boosted my confidence. It's a safe space to express myself and learn from others._ ([PERSON], Student) \begin{table}
\begin{tabular}{l l l} \hline \hline
**Categories** & **M** & **SD** \\ \hline (1) Individual work & 3.49 & 1.01 \\ (2) Group work & 3.37 & 0.91 \\ \hline \hline \end{tabular}  
M—mean; SD—standard deviations.  
\end{table} 
Table 3: Individual and group programming work (final grades). Collaboration isn't always easy, but it's where we learn some of our most valuable life lessons--communication, compromise, and the joy of achieving something as a team._ ([PERSON], Student)  
Further discussion could explore the potential benefits and challenges of collaborative work in music composition projects. Collaborative efforts may offer opportunities for students to share ideas, pool resources, and develop teamwork skills. On the other hand, individual work allows for personal exploration and creative expression.