Full course description
General Program Information
My Orchestra Doesn't Squeak is a deep-dive into the complex world of orchestra string technique for music educators. Included is a specific outline of the first several group lessons, with complete sequences and objectives, troubleshooting strategies for instructional delivery, explanations of tone issues caused by the instruments that the teacher can remedy, and many thorough video demonstrations and resources for student and instructor use to motivate and assess.
Objectives
Instructional Objectives: The string teacher will be able to know how to: -understand and teach all aspects of string instrument technique correctly -appropriately plan and pace the first 7+ group lessons for string students so as not to contribute to technique overwhelm -diagnose and troubleshoot most, if not all, issues in instrument tone and tone production in students -assess students objectively through their work on technique, whether for grading purposes or for student motivation and incentive -begin using aspects of growth mindset in their instructional delivery and technique feedback
Intended Grade Level:
High (9 - 12), Intermediate (3 - 5), Middle (6 - 8)
Intended Discipline:
Visual & Performing Arts
Intended Audience:
Teacher
Eligible for EILA:
No
Kentucky Framework for Personnel Evaluation Measures:
Environment, Instruction, Planning, Professionalism
Kentucky Professional Learning Standards:
Data, Implementation, Leadership, Learning Communities, Learning Designs, Outcomes, Resources
Session and Registration Information
Session Type:
Asynchronous
How to Register
Additional Information
Email support, follow-up, private mediated group for participants
Provider and Facilitator Information
Provider
Uplevel U: Music
Facilitator
Karen Janiszewski
Owner and Creator
Primary Contact
Karen Janiszewski
Karen@musicroombuffalo.com
7166685441
Disclaimer
The Professional Learning Bulletin Board was established in accordance with KRS 156.095 (8). It serves as a resource for educators seeking professional learning opportunities. Providers agree to use the characteristics of professional development as described in 704 KAR 3:035 in the design and implementation of learning to provide quality results for Kentucky's educators that lead to increased effectiveness. Posting information on the bulletin board by the department shall not be viewed as an endorsement of the quality of any specific provider or program.

