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Striking the Right Chord: Play, Engagement, and Creativity with The Happy Music Teacher - TEC 47


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Guest: Jeanette Mihalchik
Host: Dan Thomas

In this episode:

Jeanette Mihalchik shares insights from her 26 years as anelementary music teacher.

  • The importance of play-based learning to keep studentsengaged.
  • How to balance structure with creative and playful classroomactivities.
  • Practical ways to introduce vocabulary through experientiallearning.
  • Tips for incorporating student choice and autonomy to boostengagement.
  • Thoughts on using AI as a creative educational tool.

Actionable Ideas:

  • Start lessons with engaging, experiential activities todeepen understanding.
  • Observe and use student interests to inform lesson planning.
  • Experiment with simple props and playful activities forimmediate engagement.

Connect with Jeanette Mihalchik:

  • Website: thehappymusicteacher.com
  • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thehappymusicteacher
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thehappymusicteacher
  • Resources: thehappymusicteacher.com/shop

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