Ideas to incorporate into my curriculum:
- Keep in mind that 7-8 grade students should not be taught in the same manner as elementary students, nor should they be taught in the manner as high school students. They must still be exposed to concepts as well as repertoire of increasing difficulty.
- If I am not a K-12 teacher, I must confer with the K-6 or 9-12 music teachers to know how to develop my curriculum so it leads into or follows theirs. I don’t want my students to be unprepared for high school music, nor do I want them to feel they are not being challenged enough.
- Pay attention to the text of songs. Junior high students are picky about what they sing. Lyrics should not seem juvenile to them, nor should the lyrics be too mature. If students do not like the text, I need to be able to give them a reason as to why it is important they sing such a song.
- Use fast pacing within lessons and throughout units. Do not spend more than a few days on one concept. Spend just enough time so it is clear the students have grasped the concept and then move on, periodically going back to review concepts learned previously.
- Make the material relatable. Give the students a way to connect to the music somehow.
- Use variety. Students get bored easily. Use varied instruction as well as varied literature and learning activities.
- Allow students opportunities to research and present relevant material. (Current events in music, listening examples).
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