ABSTRACT

This study aimed to design a school-based autonomous hours curriculum using Pyeongtaek Nongak, a traditional Korean farmers’ music representing the cultural identity of the local community. Nongak has long served as a medium for cooperative labor, ritual celebration, and artistic expression, offering educational potential for fostering creativity and community spirit. The study examined the background of School-designed Autonomous Hours introduced in the 2022 revised curriculum and analyzed Nongak-related activities in current music textbooks. The musical, social, and cultural features of Pyeongtaek Nongak were explored to identify elements applicable to school education. Based on these findings, a step-by-step curriculum centered on performance, appreciation, and creative expression was developed. The program helps students experience the rhythmic and communal aspects of Nongak while cultivating creativity, cooperation, and cultural understanding. The results suggest that integrating Pyeongtaek Nongak into school-based curricula provides a practical model for regional cultural education and enhances students’ appreciation of Korea’s intangible cultural heritage.

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