#48. Curiosity
The older I get, the more I am convinced that piquing the curiosity of our students is one of the most, if not the most, important results of teaching. Learning a fact is great. Learning a technique is terrific. But, learning to be curious, wanting to know more about...
#47. The Earlier The Better!
When students sense they are playing poorly, they can become like mules: very hard to move forward, very willing to stay put. But, we all know that if we start them with music so “easy” they sound good, or can sound good in short order, they start to become more like...
#46 …if you knew you could not fail?
I often think of a question posed by Robert H. Schuller: “What great thing would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?” How liberating it would be if we all would be willing to take those educational risks, deriving pleasure when they succeed, and learning...
#45. Nonverbal Signals
At your next rehearsal, try using a nonverbal signal to represent something you want students to do, or not to do. Then, for the first few times you use it, say what you want as you use the signal. After that, only use the signal. I am convinced that most of what I...
#44. Think Backwards
I think sometimes (for me, more often than not!) the best way to get students to where we want them to be is to envision them there. And then use what is termed, The Backwards Completion Principle. Picture the goal point, then plot backwards from there, step by...
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We look forward to the evolution of this exciting program, and welcome feedback on how we can further enhance the work that you do in music education.
We are excited to offer your program the opportunity to join the KHS America Academic Alliance today.