1. How do you use
music in YOUR life?
I listen to music every day. It helps me focus and keeps me entertained and relaxed at the same time. When I am driving or cleaning or doing homework I am usually listening to music.
2. What musical activities and interests did you have as a
child?
In elementary school I was in the church choir for about 2 years and I was in Women's Chorus in high school for a year. I would put on a little show every summer with my neighborhood friends when I was little and we would dance and sing to music in our front yards. I always dreamed of becoming a huge superstar singer when I grew up but knew I never had the courage to actually sing in front of a group of people
3. Have you observed
children at musical play?
When I babysat years ago I made up this game I called American Idol and the kids and I would act like we were trying out to be on the show and we would take turns judging and singing. So, yes I have observed children at musical play
4. Are there some
musical skills you are able to teach to children more easily than others?
Personally, I have a hard time keeping a rhythm or beat. I can clap a beat pretty well until I have to start singing along with it then it all just goes down the drain! So I would be able to teach a variety of musical skills, but I would have difficulty intertwining them.
5. What do you think
that all children should be able to do, musically, as a result of a MUSICAL
education?
As a result of a musical education, I think all children should be able to sing basic tunes and rhymes
6. Have you ever
observed a teacher integrating music into the classroom? Cite examples.
The only observing of music integration in the classroom that I have encountered was today in class when you made us sing with the puppets and the other various activities
7. How do you think
music can be integrated into the elementary classroom?
I think that music can be integrated into the elementary classroom in a variety of ways. It could be listening to soft music while the students are napping or during downtime. Little jingles can be created to help students learn better. The possibilities are endless!
8. How do you think
music can be used as an interdisciplinary tool in the elementary classroom?
Music can be used as an interdisciplinary tool in the elementary classroom by singing instructions like "1. 2. 3. Eyes on me!"
GREAT Post! It is always interesting to learn about everyone's background! If you still enjoy singing, you should join the Wayne State Chorale! It is a great way to keep those musical skills sharp and to get out of your own department once in a while to meet new people.
ReplyDeleteNo worries about compounding musical skills. The thing you have to remember is to take what you already know and build upon those skills. I don't want you to ever feel frustrated about what you CAN'T do...focus on what you CAN!
I am looking forward to seeing you grow as a teacher this month!