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Digital Teaching Portfolio. Induction 2007-2008 Daniel Friel. Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy. My performance background Temple University Various ensembles Music Learning Theory Audiation based approach Instrumental Pedagogy The creative director
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Digital Teaching Portfolio Induction 2007-2008 Daniel Friel
Demonstrating Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy • My performance background • Temple University • Various ensembles • Music Learning Theory • Audiation based approach • Instrumental Pedagogy • The creative director • Various instrumental studies according to level of ability
Music Learning Theory • Music Vocabularies • Listening • Performing • Reading • Writing
Demonstrating Knowledge of Students • Musical Experience of Students • Music Aptitude of Students • IMMA, AMMA • Musical Listening Vocabulary of Students • Issues in Middle School Music Classes • Students with Special Needs • Attendance at Extra-Curricular Activities • Discussion with colleges
Setting Instruction Outcomes • Documented in Lesson Plans • Daily agenda posted on Smartboard • Based on National Standards for Music Education • Based on student listening experience and variety
Percussion Guitar Keyboards Smartboard Music Technology Programs Teacher Made Handouts My laptop Smartmusic Coursework at Villanova PMEA GIML Demonstrating Knowledge of Resources
Designing Coherent Instruction • Sequential Learning • Class room activities correlated with LSAs • Different goals for students of different levels • Same activity but in more depth. • Student choice of songs • Individual/Group work • Ensemble Performance
Designing Student Assessments • Various different types • Written Tests • Rubrics • Guitar Rubric • Instrumental Music • Group performances
Creating an Environment of Respect and Rapport • Respect for the student – ‘en toda’ • Language shapes behavior
Establish A Culture for Learning • Use of practical musical examples • High expectations for each student
Managing Classroom Procedures • Procedures for care of music room • Procedures for use of percussion instruments
Managing Student Behavior • A few simple rules • Consistent, fair consequences
Organizing Physical Space • Compromise due to needs of other classes taught • Storage room
Communicating with Students • Daily Objectives written on Smartboard • As few words as possible
Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques • Subjectivity of tonality and meter.
Engaging Students in Learning • Audation • Varied Activities – Singing, Moving, Playing, Discussion • Group Work • Ensemble Performance
Using Assessment in Instruction • Rubrics • Peer assessment • Form the basis of future lessons
Demonstrating Flexibility and Responsiveness • Student feedback will influence course of lesson • Flexibilty in group activity
Reflecting on Teaching • Space for reflection in lesson plans • Influence the way the class is taught next marking period. Or even the next period
Maintaining Accurate Records • Use of Excel • Use of EschoolPlus • Development of Digital Portfolios • Instrument inventory
Communicating with Families • Letter home to parents at the beginning of the class • Web site • Handouts • Newsletter • Phone calls home • Prompt replies to email and voicemails • Contact Log
Participating in a Professional Community • Assisting with County Audtions • High School Jazz Band • Culture Fair • Observations
Growing and Developing Professionally • Private instrumental study • MEJ, JRME • Congress with colleges • PMEA and organizations listed above
Showing Professionalism • On time and here • Advocate for students • Taking the school/districts mission to heart • Acting in the best intereset of all students