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respond to various situations in ways that are positive and sustaining.


Although not directly related to diversity, Amy Lewis’ article, A Strong, Unified Voice through Professional Orga- nizations, serves as a call to action. She argues that music educators can contribute to systemic and long lasting change through personal commitment and involvement in professional organizations. Lewis’ challenge to get involved supports President Salvador’s invitation to become more active in the MMEA.


Te articles by Oszlewski, Reflecting on Assessment, and Ihnas, Assessment in Orchestra Classes: From Compliance to Ownership, re-envision the purpose of assessment, chal- lenging music teachers to rethink attitudes and approaches towards this divisive topic while offering strategies and resources for using meaningful assessment to foster music learning.


In her article, Which Version of Band are you Teaching: 1.0, 3.0, 6.0, author Jill Sullivan challenges us to rethink the way we offer instruction in the band classroom to support stu- dent centered learning and foster critical thinking. Sullivan


Editorial Board


Te editorial board urges readers to submit articles of interest to our profession, and encourages this important professional de- velopment activity for all members. Articles may be authored or co-authored, address other relevant topics/areas (see columns, at right), and may be considered at any time. Submitted articles will be peer-reviewed by the editor and editorial board members with editing and production in process for five to six months ahead of the publication date. See the published Guidelines for Con- tributors (on page 45 of this issue) for fur- ther information.


Please submit articles electronically to the Editor: abby.butler@wayne.edu


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MMEA Editorial Board Positions Adult Learners


Open


Book & Media Reviews Marie McCarthy


Choral


Wendy Matthews Composition


Charles Norris Collegiate


Open


Cultural Diversity & Social Justice


Kate Philp Early Childhood &


General Music Holly Olszewski


Higher Education Ashley Allen


Instrumental Erick Senkmajer


Jazz Keith Hall


Policy / Advocacy Kevin Tutt


Research


Shannan Hibbard Special Learners


Angie Snell


Technology Denise Lewis


shares ideas and research for redesigning instruction to better serve teachers in meeting the expectations set forth by the New Core Arts Music Standards. Her ideas apply equally to any ensemble classroom.


Music teachers will find practical suggestions for the gen- eral music and choral classrooms in the articles by Strong, Hosting a Family Night at Your School, and Verity, ‘Stealing’ Tips and Techniques from the Best, while Denise Lewis offers strategies and advice on using videos to foster meaningful learning. With a little creativity, most of the ideas described in these articles can be adapted to suit any music class or grade level.


As you can see, this issue has something for everyone. Whether your area of expertise is general, choral, or in- strumental music, the opportunity to learn something new or simply reinforce current practices is at your fingertips. Happy reading!


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