Starting out teaching new students? Here are some pitfalls to avoid and strategies to implement (for the benefits of the student).
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The Fear of Being Found Out
A powerful meditation on hiding behind what we don’t know — and how that, more than imposter syndrome, can impede the learning process.
Until the Water Runs Clear…
A short but sweet OpEd on why learning doesn’t have to be “grueling” to be effective, and how to master small skills, faster.
Finding the Sweet Spot That Makes Learning Addictive
Motiving ourselves to practice our instrument can be tough — but with the right balance of tasks and rewards, habits will form in no time!
Learning Is Not Linear
In a classroom setting, teachers must trust that a student’s learning process will take a variety of paths, almost none of them being linear.
4 Ways Electronic Music Can Be Used in Music Education
This post highlights some ways that electronic music can be brought into the classroom to help students explore new creative territories.
The Collaborative Classroom: Personal Strategies for Student-Centered Teaching
An OpEd by composer Danny Clay on the effects of a “we” based collaborative classroom environment, as opposed to a “you / I” learning model.
6 Ways Musicians Can Earn Money at Home During COVID-19
If you’re stranded at home and have lost sources of income due to the Covid-19 pandemic, here’s a short list of potential musician revenue streams for you.
“Those Who Can Do, Teach!” – Why You Should Teach Music Online
If you’ve got music you’re passionate about sharing with the world, you probably have something to teach the world. Consider teaching music online!
Talking Points: Ableton’s Music Education and Technology Panel
In this edition of “Talking Points,” we take a look at a panel held at this year’s Ableton Loop Conference on the uses of technology in music education.