Ecological Transformation Value and Application Direction in the Ideas of Gugak Education

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to understand the ecological transformation value contained in the ideas of Gugak education and to seek the direction of Gugak education in order to foster ecological sensitivity. Methods: First, a-literature review was conducted focusing on previous studies in the field of music and music education related to ecological transformation education. Second, the relationship between ecological transformation education and Gugak was revealed, and implications for Gugak education were identified. Third, the direction of Gugak education to cultivate ecological sensitivity was sought. Results: Three findings were sought as the direction of Gugak education to foster ecological sensitivity. First, in understanding ecological space, genre painting was utilized to learn how to use human life and ecological space in harmony with nature. Second, in experiencing the life of the ecological community, students learned how to coexist with nature by experiencing repeated customs every year, such as seasonal customs, other customs, rituals, plays, food, and songs. Third, in the expression of the sound of nature, the activities of singing and playing musical instruments, which can be called bowls containing nature as it is, were utilized for students to fully feel nature and accept ecological life. Conclusion: Gugak education plays a role in naturally recognizing the ecological transformation value contained in Gugak. Listening to Gugak based on these ideas, cultivated a willingness to participate in ecological transformation, and laid the foundation for further practice. In order for this to be properly implemented, it is necessary to devise and apply teaching and learning plans in consideration of the connection between research on content and related music at the school level. Therefore, in the 2022 revised music curriculum, it is hoped that Korean traditional music education will be provided to develop ecological sensitivity that is actually helpful at elementary and secondary schools.