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One of the best things about being a teacher is the fresh start we get to make each new school year. With the smell of fall in the air, here are eight ways to refresh your mind and be prepared to take on another school year.

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My November blog-thoughts: on the importance of always being a beginner, even (especially) when you are a master.

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Hello everyone, I've initiated a weekly YouTube video series dedicated to sharing my insights in music EdTech. Mainly, I'll discuss music education methods and digital adoption, providing practical insights and strategies for educators.This series could be beneficial not only for music teachers, but for anyone involved in teaching.The first video I discuss presents 8 tips to make your lessons unforgettable. It incorporates my teaching experiences and insights derived from proven neuroscience methods.I won't say 'like and subscribe' in my videos🤣, but I'm totally okay with saying it in text - it's the written word's version of a wink and a nudge!Please share for those who might be beneficial!💚https://lnkd.in/e8pGnRJn

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What do you do with the days after your final concert? Chris Bernotas shares tips on how to make the most of those final days of school, while instilling a life-long love for learning in your students.

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Check out my review of #BoogieMites programme below.

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Why are drawing and music left out as important processes of literacy? This is a conversation I was blessed to have with an amazing innovator in early education Louise Debreczeny, Ed.D. Thrilled she took the time to share her insights and mail me a beautiful copy of her innovative Story Pictures learning system. As we look at our common processes for learning how to teach reading and writing it takes outside the box thinkers to step back and question WHY do we do it this way? Is this method of learning and teaching truly in the best interest of the child, or are we just doing it because it’s how we were taught and change is hard? I believe both music, second language acquisition and drawing are imperative to a holistic approach to educating children from birth, and educators in diverse fields need to start having conversations and collaborations. America has a long way to go to truly become leaders in education, and it seems we are falling behind other countries quickly. I don’t claim to have all the answers. My specialization is in the importance of early music education. But I know the only way we can find solutions, each through our own gifts and talents, is through starting the conversations and collaborations. I look forward to reading this innovative approach incorporating drawing into education and look forward to learning and collaborating with other educators in diverse fields. What ways do you think we can work to improve and innovate in education? #earlychildhoodeducation #preschooleducation #musiceducation #innovationineducation #collaborativelearning

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HOW TO Introduce a New Classroom Management Plan Mid-Year for High School and Middle School Choir Directors!Calling all high school and middle school choir directors and music teachers! Are you in the midst of implementing a new classroom management plan? This video offers expert advice on effectively communicating changes to your students. Discover why prioritizing discussions about the new guidelines is essential and learn strategies to capture students' attention and address any potential complaints or resistance. Set clear expectations and hold students accountable for successful plan implementation. Don't miss out on these valuable communication techniques! #ChoirDirectors #MusicTeachers #ClassroomManagement #TeacherTips

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According to Paul G. Young, writing for Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation, executive presence comprises seven traits: composure, connection, charisma, confidence, credibility, clarity, and conciseness. In this article, he uses the seven traits to outline tips for speaking in front of large groups of #families and #parents of #students:#schools #schoolleaders #principals #gcli

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“We’re preparing #children for a world that doesn’t exist.” The message that came across loud and clear from business leaders, cultural figures, scientists and #teachers was that the education system is not delivering what the economy needs, what #parents want or what #pupils deserve. The way people shop, work, travel, bank and watch television has changed utterly over the past decade but #schools have failed to keep pace. Sir James Dyson, the inventor, told the [Times Education] commission that the economy would continue to flatline without a greater focus on creativity, originality and innovation in education. “Children are creative. They love building and making things. But as they get closer to GCSEs and A-levels all that is squashed out of them,” he said. “It’s all about rote-learning, not using your imagination. The system doesn’t measure creativity; it measures what you can remember of other people’s facts.” The Times 🎵 🎹 🎵A well-rounded, tech savvy, entrepreneurial life-long learner.These are the aims for 21st century education.And it starts with bringing innovation into the classroom.Sing Education couldn’t agree more. Our tuition model emphasises self-expression, creativity and innovation - and is always evolving as we incorporate the best new learnings from academia, career musicians and our large schools network.While we rely on certain core principles - such as those found in the Kodály method - we’re constantly scanning the environment for new, creative ways to teach music, to develop our staff and to embed high standards for music in the schools with which we work. Read more...https://ow.ly/7XWi50P4UMg🎵 🎹 🎵Sing Education--------------------Founded in 2014 and serving more than 16,000 children each week, Sing Education is a first class provider of primary school music education. Focusing on high-quality, singing-led tuition, we deliver a complete solution for schools which includes teacher recruitment, training and management, bespoke curricular resources and educational consultancy services. #SingEducation #InsideMusicEd #HubsAndSpokes #musicedcuation #education #teachers

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Parenting is a journey filled with concerns and questions, and one of the most common worries for parents is their child's academic performance. Every parent wants to see their child succeed and achieve academic excellence. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the why, what, where, and how of supporting your child's studies, addressing their challenges, and nurturing their success. We'll explore essential tips for parents and unveil an action plan that includes our in-home music lessons, designed with our proprietary NeuroHarmonics Pedagogy®. This article is your roadmap to empowering your child's educational journey.