At this observation with Katie I got to see the two choruses once again as well as her 3rd grade and 2nd grade general music classes. I was amazed by her dedication to each and every student. In the general music classes they played a game where each student would copy the sound of slide whistle using their head voices. Most were able to do this, or at least demonstrate that they were really trying to use their head voice, but a few would only use their speaking voices. While students were onto the next activity, Katie took the time to meet with those students individually to help them reach their head voices. This really showed the value of finding one-on-one time, as it made a huge difference.
In terms of classroom management, there were a couple incidents which were resolved by simply reminding students of the music room expectations. For example, when teaching the game for Snail, Snail (which I was able to help demonstrate and participate in) the students got a little too excited and rough with each other. At this point Katie simply asked the class if we were being safe. Once they were reminded of what safe looks like, things calmed down and we were able to play the game again.
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AuthorReese Massey recounts her observations of elementary and secondary music teachers during her time in pre-practicum. Archives
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