Orchestra
back-to-distance-learning newsletter
And we're off again!
We've lived and learned and zoomed and Flipgridded. We've gotten smarter, our thumbs stronger. We've learned from our mistakes, and taken new risks. Here's to another fall of distance-orchestra!
What can I expect in distance learning?
Distance learning in music is a challenge. Learning an instrument is a unique experience in that it engages the entire brain at one time. In teacher terms, the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor areas are all active at once as a child is processing what he/she sees, hears and is doing. In order to support this learning, I will employ multiple methods and use a variety of technology in order to reach every student as best I can. We will have whole class meetings, small group meetings, and individual video lessons. I will also provide content by video and google slides that can be viewed at any time. Students will submit videos routinely so that I can give verbal and/or rubric feedback.
In addition to performing, students can expect to listen and respond to music and to create music. Given the difficulties and inequities that come with distance learning, I plan to provide most feedback in comments and suggestions during lessons. We are still in discussions as to what grading will look like for every-other day classes during this time. Because I plan to enter as little as possible into the gradebook at this time, please review Google Classroom daily or weekly summaries to see what your child is doing in orchestra.
Instrument pick up registration
Use this button to choose a time to pick up your school-owned instrument. We need to limit to one parent and child at a time, so please find other arrangements for siblings or have them wait outside the school.
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