Creative Use of Technology in the Music Classroom

Melanie Mills Harris, M. M.Music Educator 6-12mharris@pky.ufl.eduP. K. Yonge Developmental Research SchoolUniversity of Florida

Positive Outcomes Utilize technology to differentiate for a wide

variety of students. Extend the teaching day. Model good technique while supporting

student learning Build a community of learners in a web

environment Add curriculum to enhance student learning to

address a global perspective. Collaborate with faculty for cross-curricular

activities to showcase the relevancy of music. Address Teacher Evaluation process in

Marzano’s domains. Encourages collaborative learning for students

“Show Me” AppShowMe is an open online learning

community where anyone can learn and teach any topic. iPad app lets you easily create and

share video lessons. For music students who may need extra

support, a personalized lesson can be recorded and emailed to the student to ensure successful completion of their lessons.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/showme-interactive-whiteboard/id445066279?mt=8

Supporting Student Learning

GarageBand

Preload voice partsCreate opportunities for Blended Learning

Additional support for the novice or struggling musician.

Model good technique, correct tone quality

Extend teaching day

Jigsawing

GarageBand MP3s can be transformed into a teaching tool in the classroom.

Use a boombox and a CD to provide an opportunity for student led sectionals.

Similar to a Jigsaw puzzle, students work in sections to learn voice part culminating in a combined final rehearsal of the music for that class period.

WIKI: What I know is…..

A "wiki" is a website that allows people who use the website to edit it (or specific portions, like the answers to questions such as this website allows). It allows users to collaborate together to create content.

Music2020.pbworks.com

Web environment supports collaborative student investigation of indigenous world music.

Inclusion in music curriculum without impact to classroom time.

Community of learners Individual assessment and feedback Manipulation of online tools. Supports writing initiative Substitute plan

Music202.pb.works.comFront Page

Student Accounts: quick creation

Create a New Page

SideBar: Directions and Rubric

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Final Thoughts

Do not be afraid to use technology. Utilize students’ existing knowledge

to help you set up the web environment.

It is a useful tool to enhance music pedagogy.

100% student engagement. Build excitement in your music

classes Just Try-it!!

Resources: Web Environments

http://fmea2015.pbworks.com/w/page/79165970/FrontPage

http://womensensemble1415.pkyonge.ufl.edu/modules/groups/integrated_home.phtml?gid=4440895&sessionid=64ca122f33d686ef85e72b1b56005227

http://music2020.pbworks.com