Growing Independent Musicians: Student Motivation in the Elementary Music Classroom

Saturday, January 25, 2025
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Description
We all aim to help our learners become great musicians. In this session focused on student motivation we’ll outline skills and lessons that allow students to create and consume music in a fulfilling way after they leave our classrooms. Educators will assess current practices and revise or add new opportunities for learners to have greater inspiration to participate in the music classroom and contribute in a positive way as community members. See examples of independent musicianship and hear from our students about their experiences in the music classroom!
Speakers
Amber Cooper
Niki Rose
Learning Objective 1
Participants will gain an understanding of human motivation research.
Learning Objective 2
Participants will assess what opportunities students have in our current classroom/culture to exercise self-determination and gain gradual independence.
Learning Objective 3
Participants will brainstorm new or revise current goals and units to allow for greater student input and independence.
Session Level
Elementary, Collegiate
Session Type
Lecture