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Chat AI agrees with me!

(this blog was completely generated by AI in answer to the question, “Why should dyslexic students learn rhythm?”) Learning rhythm can be beneficial for dyslexic students for several reasons. Firstly, dyslexia can often affect a person’s ability to process and distinguish sounds, which can make it difficult for them to learn to read and spell. …

NAfME Eastern Conference

I’ve decided to go to another conference! This one is in Rochester, NY. As I have just completed a class where I worked on my problem, purpose, and methodology, I thought I would create a poster presentation and get thoughts from those who are at the conference! This will be my first time presenting at …

National Society for Leadership and Success

I’ve been nominated by my school to join the NSLS (national society for leadership and success). If I’m successfully inducted, I’ll have cords for my graduation costume and some fancy Greek letters I can attach to my name. The first step toward induction is establishing a SMART goal and determining key steps to getting there. …

Quantitative or Qualitative

A huge part of my education program is understanding the difference between quantitative and qualitative designs. My interest in music and literacy could fall under either design, but it’s so difficult to choose! I do know that I want to stay out of the classroom as much as possible to avoid interference with the students …

Revised Research Interests

I’m really enjoying my doctorate program. It still will take me awhile to get to post-dissertation, but I am grateful for the program I chose. All of the classes are one-on-one, and each is more preparation for the dissertation. I had been focussing on music and literacy, and I don’t think that focus will change. …

Doctoral Student (Again)

Today marks a year of me studying for a doctoral degree, this time in Learning Analytics in K12 Education at Northcentral University. I’ve completed four courses so far and look forward to moving toward the dissertation phase of the program. I’m still focused on music and literacy, and I’ve narrowed that focus to sensorimotor synchronization …

The Grammys: 2019 Music Educator Award

Did you know that music teachers can win Grammys? I honestly didn’t know until last year when I attended the annual conference of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME). Anyone can nominate a music teacher to the Recording Academy who then selects ten finalists, and from those ten finalists, one winner. All finalists receive …

2018 Goals: To Learn!

It’s been about three weeks since my last blog! I’m sorry to my readers. I had set out some goals for myself as I approached this new year. Yes, blogging was one of them, but even more significant, is my desire to pursue learning. Starting last week, I began taking a graduate class at the …