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Thinking Outside the Music Box: Using Digital Tools to Teach Music and More

Edsurge

Students learn to think beyond the parameters of passing an exam. They open up their brains to deeper critical thinking. In addition to introducing students to new music tools, my teaching philosophy involves introducing students to music at a very young age. Music unleashes creative powers in the classroom.

Teaching 132
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Taking Grades (Stress) Out of Learning 

Faculty Focus

In my confusion, I began reading for curiosity rather than exams. I have never used traditional tests in my classes because I dont believe that teaching ability can be measured through exams. To accompany this teaching philosophy, I adopt ungrading 2 in all my courses. I had no clear direction or career.

Grades 90