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Task 6 Protocol 

Mosaic Steel Orchestra

 

     The evaluation will use mixed methodology to examine how effective Mosaic Steel Orchestra Stage Side Ensemble is in instilling leadership, focus, and teamwork in its members. The evaluator will make naturalistic observations about the members behavior which will be recorded in field notes. Participants will be judged upon professional etiquette, peer interaction, and ability to focus during a band practice and a public performance.

     Mosaic Steel Orchestra's level of accessibility for the at-risk youth population will be considered. Statistical data will be collected from stakeholders about the percentage of participants who receive financial assistance. Qualitative data will be collected through a written survey from program participants, and an interview with the program director.

 

Interview Questions for Program Director

 

1. What is the name of the program? What is the relevance of the term “Mosaic?”

 

2. What is your role in the organization?

 

3. What are the program's goals?

 

4. How are the goals measured?

 

5. How do most students react to the program?

 

6. In what areas are MSO Side-Stage Ensemble most effective?

 

7. Define the term “at-risk” in regard to MSO members.

 

8. What services are offered for at-risk youth?

 

9. Is it possible to examine the organizations' statistical data that supports the claim of accessibility for at-risk young adults?

 

10. What makes MSO a unique opportunity for youth in Hampton Roads?

 

 

Anonymous Survey: participants in MSO Stage Side Ensemble

1. Has involvement with MSO helped you learn about: music?

 

2. Caribbean culture?

 

3. Can you think of an example of a way that MSO has impacted your life in a positive way?

 

4. Optional: age/ length of time in MSO:

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