ms. helen a. walker doby’s mill elementary south carolina honor roll teacher 2012-2013
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Music TechnologyThere’s an app for that…
Ms. Helen A. WalkerDoby’s Mill Elementary
South Carolina Honor Roll Teacher 2012-2013
Music apps, iPads and software oh my…!
THINK…?What technology do you already have in your
room?
What is your vision for more effective use of your technology?
What do you want?
It can be
SCARY!
Things to think about…
Use an imaginative virtual environment where students arrange shapes, characters and images to create music!
A few options
iPads are not going to raise your ELA or Mathematics test scores!!Tool
Enhance curriculum
Fun!
Remember when teaching and learning was fun!!!!!
Technology benefitsEasily integrate technology into your
teaching. Control children's screens and workflow in a
networked environment.Can be used on a single computer,
whiteboard, smart board or network. Makes time with students fun and efficient. Uses the latest educational standards and
teaching methodologies. Students learn at their own pace and own
level.
Easily integrate…ComputerPocket recording devisesiPod, iPad, iPhone other smart devisesMIDI stationCD player, tape player, record playerSmart board music softwareKeyboards and digital instrumentsSocial Networking, youtube, voice thread
Where do I go for music technology ideas?
What, where, when and how much?What – hardwareWhere – in your classroom (asap)When – don’t wait until you are comfortable, even
if you are learning along with your studentsHow much – School budget, PTA, fundraisers,
grants, district tech peopleBook-FINDING FUNDS FOR MUSIC
TECHNOLOGY – by Thomas E. RudolphBook-STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING
TECHNOLOGY – MENC –by Sam Reese, K. McCord & K. Walls
Some Software…
Putting It All Together•Music tech is great but never a stand alone replacement….it needs to be connected to other classroom instruments and concepts •Music technology has unlimited uses•Accompanying• Improvisation•Composition•PerformanceIT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR THE TEACHER TO MODEL THESE!
Questions?
How you can reach me
Helen A Walker – FacebookHelen@dancer29045 - Twitter
https://elementary-music-technology.wikispaces.com/Thank you for your time!