Methodological approaches and principles of using multimedia technologies for professional development of music teachers

the article focuses on a topical problem of contemporary art education, which includes an implementation of multimedia learning tools into the process of professional development of music teachers. The author analyzes the philosophical and general scientific methodological guidelines of using multimedia tools, including a systemic, personal, activity, synergetic, axiological, akmeological and competence-based approaches. The article examines the following principles of music teachers’ professional development through multimedia technologies: the principle of informatization of education; visualization supported with multimedia aids; optimal choice of teaching aids; an integration of traditional approaches to music education with innovative multimedia technologies; purposeful interaction and creative cooperation between teacher and students; promotion of creative musical activities and personal self-expression. Adherence to these principles and methodological approaches determines effective professional development of music teachers through the means of multimedia technologies. Furthermore, the author lists the groups of multimedia tools and provides references to the author’s personal and educational web-page «Multimedia technologies in music education». The proposed theoretical conclusions may be used in the system of continuing education of music teachers including the development of multimedia tools.