early childhood education
Attend weekend workshops and con- ferences. Taking certification levels in Dalcroze, Kodály, Music Learning The- ory or Orff-Schulwerk is also a wonderful way to expand your teaching as well as to meet and learn from other inquisitive, thoughtful, and dedicated teachers. At present, I have taken Level 1 courses in Music Learning Theory and Kodály, and my sights are now set on Orff-Schulwerk. Taking multiple certification courses can transform your teaching, and it is fascinat- ing to learn how to utilize these different approaches together.
Finally, there are so many resources on- line, it is easy to become overwhelmed. Below are some of my favorite resources and hopefully they will provide you with a jumping off point or lead you to some- thing entirely new. I hope this article will provide you with ideas on where to take some next steps toward feeling more com- fortable and confident teaching outside of your content area.
https://singtokids.com/ Jennifer Bailey is an incredible music edu- cator and teacher of teachers. She was my mentor when I started teaching elementary music. Her blog is inspiring.
http://tptmusiccrew.com/ The TpT Music Crew is a group of mu- sic resource sellers from Teachers Pay Teachers who work collaboratively. Their materials are for purchase. I am trying to convince them to set up a booth at the 2018 Wisconsin State Music Conference. Help me convince them by asking them to come, too!
http://musicedblogs.com/ MusicEd Blogs is a collection of music education blogs from around the internet, covering general music education, band, choir, strings, music education methodolo- gies and more.
The Ways Children Learn Music This book by Eric Bluestine is “an in- troduction and practical guide to Music Learning Theory.” It is an easy read and very beneficial in helping to understand
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music learning at different stages of child development.
Summer Professional Development Opportunities Each year WSMA hosts a variety of professional development classes and workshops for music teachers at the Wis- consin Center for Music Education. Watch for emails from Mary Elsner regarding this year’s course lineup. The week-long elementary music methods workshop is fantastic!
Wisconsin General Music Teachers Network This Facebook page is a great place to reach out to general music teachers in Wisconsin. Please join us on Facebook!
Corynn Nordstrom is a general music and instrumental teacher for the West Bend School District and is certified Level One Kodály and Music Learning Theory. Email:
cnordstrom@wbsd-schools.org
Be the Grand Champion of Summer at the Wisconsin State Fair
Be a part of the partnership between two Wisconsin traditions!
Wisconsin School Music Association and Wisconsin State Fair Present the
WSMA Music Showcase State Fair Park • West Allis, Wisconsin
August 3, 2018
For more information, please contact Erica Ruppert:
eruppert@wsmamusic.org
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