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The Music Classroom: Environment, Strategies, and Management


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Strategies for the Classroom

$20 | 90 min

SKU: APM-ODPDS

 

Summary

In the PD series "Application of the Power of Music," the focus shifts from understanding the power of music to applying it effectively in the classroom. The series emphasizes engaging all students, particularly neurodiverse learners, in music education. Drawing on both personal experiences and established educational principles, the series advocates for individualized approaches to teaching, encouraging educators to build strong relationships with special educators and parents. By gathering insights into each student’s unique needs, teachers can create an inclusive environment where neurodiverse students thrive.

This professional development is the last course in the music therapy collection.

This course, The Music Classroom: Environment, Strategies, and Management, provides educators with essential strategies for creating inclusive music classroom environments tailored to the diverse needs of neurodiverse students. It emphasizes practical approaches for setting up physical spaces and implementing effective teaching techniques grounded in music therapy. Key topics include preparing equipment in advance, arranging seating according to individual needs, minimizing distractions, and establishing consistent routines. Educators will learn to use musical transitions and visual schedules to enhance student engagement and reduce anxiety while exploring adaptations for instruments to ensure all students can participate successfully.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify and implement at least two physical or environmental changes in the music classroom to enhance inclusivity for neurodiverse students.
  • Develop and apply effective classroom management strategies that promote positive behavior through reinforcement and clear communication.
  • Adapt musical instruments and notation to accommodate students with varying physical and cognitive abilities, ensuring successful participation for all learners.
  • Utilize musical transitions and visual schedules to enhance student engagement and reduce anxiety during class activities.
  • Create consistent routines that support a structured learning environment, benefiting both students and educators.

The course will employ a mix of lectures, demonstrations, and interactive applications to facilitate learning. 

 

 "Hello! My name is Melissa Reinhardt and I am a board certified music therapist. I am here to let you know about a new course offered by MusicConstructED called “Making the Most of the Power of Music.” I am very excited to be offering this course and I hope you will join me as we learn about the how’s and why’s of the power of music. With over a 30 year career in music therapy, I will be sharing my knowledge with you in 3 main sections: Music Therapy and Music Education, The Power of Music and finally, the application of the power of music. In the application portion of this course, I will be sharing information specific to neurodiverse learners. I hope that you will join me!"

Here is the class outline:

Introduction

The presenter will provide an introduction to their background and experience, followed by an overview of the course content. Learner objectives and teaching methods will be discussed, and viewers will be invited to delve deeper into the course by watching additional videos.

Music Classroom Environment

Focus on optimizing the music classroom environment to accommodate diverse student needs, drawing from practical experiences in music therapy. Key considerations include ensuring a well-prepared physical setup, minimizing distractions, and maintaining safety, all of which can significantly enhance both teaching effectiveness and student engagement.

Classroom Teaching Strategies

Learn effective teaching strategies for accommodating diverse student needs in the music classroom, particularly during transitions. It emphasizes the use of musical cues, consistent routines, visual schedules, and adapted instruments to support neurodiverse students and ensure a comfortable and engaging learning environment.

General Classroom Management 

Discover effective classroom management techniques, emphasizing the impact of teacher characteristics on creating positive or negative environments. The discussion highlights various factors contributing to student misbehavior, including dysregulation, mental health issues, and social dynamics, while providing strategies for fostering positive behaviors and managing challenges through communication, structure, and individualized support.

Conclusion

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Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the class is completed:

Music ConstructED 90-minute PD Certificate of Completion
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