Digital Do Re Mi – the Remix
Revisit, reinvent and revitalize your classroom approach to technology! This session gives you some ideas for three different technology applications: utilizing your cloud storage/Google drive, remote control possibilities and digital assessments.
Presented at:
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids, MI, January 2020
Session Notes
Accessibility – Technology Compliance for the Music Classroom
Explore the topic of ADA compliance as it relates to technology uses in music education, from classroom adaptations to teacher websites and online materials.
Presented with Ian Boynton at:
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids, MI, January 2020
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids MI, January 2019
Session Notes
Datayze Readability Analysis
Read&Write Chrome Extension
Advocate for Technology
Feeling left behind? This session will show you how to be an advocate for your classroom technology through several steps that include how to make your case, lay out a proposal, talk to your administrators and more.
Presented at:
- MMEA Summer Technology Workshop, Ann Arbor (MI), July 2018
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids MI, January 2019
Session Notes
Video: Left Out (YouTube)
Proposal Template
QR for Assessment and Fun
This session demonstrates several ways QR codes can be used in K-2 music classrooms for fun activities and assessments. Materials for several sample assessments and activities will be shared for attendees to use in their own classrooms. Attendees should download a QR code reader app on their tablet or smart phone prior to this session.
Presented at:
- MMEA Summer Technology Workshop, Olivet MI, June 2017
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids MI, January 2019
Session Notes
Digital Do Re Mi
Discover how to choose and use technology for a number of teaching tasks from making the most of your teacher iPad to altering MP3 files. Topics include digital assessments, interactive whiteboards and apps for learning, presenting and personal productivity.
Presented at:
- MMC (Michigan Music Conference), Grand Rapids MI, January 2014
- Ti:ME National Conference, San Antonio TX, February 2016
- MMEA (Michigan Music Education Association) Technology Workshop, Hartland MI, June 2016
- Ti:ME Pre-Conference at NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association), Rochester NY, December 2016
Session Notes
Video: Paper is not Dead (YouTube)
Resource List – a few of my favorite things
Tradition + Tech: Applications for Technology in K-2 Music
Technology can be used with any traditional method when teaching general music, even in the lower grades. Learn how to choose and use technology meaningfully to enhance curriculum in a K-2 environment through lesson samples, software recommendations and ideas that you can adapt to your teaching style.
Presented at:
- MMC, Grand Rapids MI, January 2015
- Ti:ME National Conference, San Antonio Tx, February 2016
- NYSSMA, Rochester NY, December 2016
Session Notes
Resource List
Switch It Up! Student Directed Learning Through Technology
Adding lessons that change the class from teacher directed to student directed can be energizing for a teacher and inspiring for students. Learn several ways you can begin to switch up your general music classroom even if technology is not your strong point. Methods covered include using iPads and apps, games, web-hosted sites, online discussion and assessments. This session is geared toward general music classes grades 3-8, but some applications are useful for instrumental and HS classes.
Presented at:
- MMC, Grand Rapids MI, January 2016
Session Notes
GarageBand Demo Video
Interactive Options for the K-5 Music Classroom
No interactive board in your classroom? No problem! There are options available that can work for you with as little as a computer, projector and teacher iPad. Learn what to consider before choosing, hardware/software combinations and which questions you need to ask your IT department beforehand. Lesson ideas and choosing technology to suit your teaching style will also be discussed.
Presented at:
- MMEA Technology Workshop, Hartland MI, June 2016
- MMC, Grand Rapids MI, January 2017
- Ti:ME SW Regional Conference at TMEA, San Antonio TX, February 2017
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