Activities
As a Creater - Lesson 2, Glass
This is a continuation of the lesson on Philip Glass's score for the film The Hours (2002), but here the focus shifts to an analysis of the music. This is in preparation for an experimenting excerpt on...
Podcasts
Shifting Paradigms in Global Music Education Free
Jennifer Walden has mastered the craft of engaging students in musical activities that span many cultures and generations. Her approach is truly global, teaching culturally diverse understanding, awareness,...
Podcasts
The Need for Global Support Free
Dr. Luiten is no stranger to international music education. He is a noted and highly respected music educator, author, critic, consultant, curriculum developer, and more. In this podcast, he addresses...
Podcasts
The Joy of Teaching Music Free
Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser is a well-known name as a leader and advocate for music education. "Dr. Tim" developed highly acclaimed groups in all areas of the instrumental and vocal music field. He is the founder...
Essentials for Teachers
How Do We Deal with Artificial Intelligence?
The IBO has published some documentation as to how best to approach the use of AI across the program. One helpful document that could help address the use and misuse of AI can be found at: https://resources.ibo.org/dp/topic/Academic-honesty/resource/11162-431065?lang=en...
Essentials for Teachers
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is new to most of us. The development of AI is moving at an ever-rapid pace. Some are intimidated by it, others embrace it. The IBO has officially stated that the use of AI...
Getting Started
Additional Materials
Here are some additional materials that could prove useful to you as you are developing your program. The pages consist of reference materials, podcasts, and a page devoted specifically to any burning...
Activities
As a Creator - Bach's Prelude BWV 999 Free
On these pages, you will find lesson ideas for the approach to Experimenting as a Creator. We hope these ideas inspire your thinking toward developing your approach to experimenting with music. Remember,...
Activities
As a Creator - Bach's Bouree (via Beatles)
This page offers some ideas for a first lesson (exposure) to students about to embark on Experimenting as a Creator. It offers an example of this (in the real world) for students to unpack and think about possibilities....
Teaching Strategies and Lesson Ideas
See, Think, Wonder
This routine encourages students to make careful observations and thoughtful interpretations. It helps stimulate curiosity and sets the stage for inquiry. Getting students to make careful observations,...