Develop a vocabulary sheet of supportive language and use this terminology in all written and verbal communications, including correspondence with the media. It will help to position your program in a positive light. Here is a vocabulary sheet sample:
Music Education Vocabulary for a New Millenium
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small group instruction coursework classroom(s) study music curricular tested assessment technique curriculum National and/or State Standards teacher collaborative student-centered performance outcomes performing ensemble as class intrinsic motivation enjoyment through knowledge college bound musician understands music involves cognitive, psychomotor and affective working toward personal intrinsic long-term goals
creative work/student composers included |
lessons activities program play music co- OR extra-curricular core contest or concert knows how to play instrument pieces or songs fun songs/popular music coach/conductor/director competitive teacher-centered ratings or grades performing ensemble as team working for money/grades/ratings only presenting pieces that audience likes prodigy or gifted and talented knows how to play instrument makes them feel good grades and pleasing teacher rote learning/literacy emphasis only |
