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Dr. Josh Becker, a trombone player and elementary school teacher, shares his experiences and insights. He teaches fifth grade and coordinates the elementary band program in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District in Minnesota. He also runs an instrument donation program, providing instruments to students who cannot afford them. Dr. Becker emphasizes the importance of variety in his teaching career, working with students of different ages and skill levels. He discusses the challenges of balancing his busy schedule and prioritizing time with his family. Dr. Becker discusses the key to retention in music education, which is building connections with students and meeting them where they are. He emphasizes the importance of being positive, funny, and helping students feel successful in their musical journey. He talks about the influence of his music educator father and the teachers who have shaped his career. The conversation also touches on the importance of caring for students, the need for strong relationships in teaching, the pitfalls of moving ahead too quickly in instruction, and the value of mastery-based learning.
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Dr. Josh Becker, a trombone player and elementary school teacher, shares his experiences and insights. He teaches fifth grade and coordinates the elementary band program in the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District in Minnesota. He also runs an instrument donation program, providing instruments to students who cannot afford them. Dr. Becker emphasizes the importance of variety in his teaching career, working with students of different ages and skill levels. He discusses the challenges of balancing his busy schedule and prioritizing time with his family. Dr. Becker discusses the key to retention in music education, which is building connections with students and meeting them where they are. He emphasizes the importance of being positive, funny, and helping students feel successful in their musical journey. He talks about the influence of his music educator father and the teachers who have shaped his career. The conversation also touches on the importance of caring for students, the need for strong relationships in teaching, the pitfalls of moving ahead too quickly in instruction, and the value of mastery-based learning.
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