Why is
this information relevant to the elementary classroom?
The
information that was presented in the video is relevant to elementary
classrooms because connects music to the development of children. In the video,
it discusses that music is a way to express feelings that a person might not
know how to express otherwise. Especially when children are younger, they might
not know words that describe how they are feeling, so music can help them. Music helps children communicate. There are many songs out there that help children learn different emotions and
have them show through facial expressions what that emotion means. This video also taught me that music helps with remembering things. Overall,
this video shared important information on how having music within the
classroom can be helpful to students to express themselves.
Great comments, Bre!
ReplyDeleteMusic is an amazing tool for all kinds of classroom opportunities. It allows students to express themselves, make comfortable transitions, break down social barriers, socially acclimate to other students in the classroom, and provide a sense of "flow" and cohesiveness from one subject matter to the next. For example:
The best use of music as a tool is through a "piggy back" song. This is a song which uses a tool we are all familiar with (Twinkle Twinkle, When the Saints Go Marching In, Yankee Doodle) and the words change to teach a classroom concept. For example: a line-up song...
To the Tune of Yankee Doodle:
My arms are resting by my sides
I'm standing straight and tall
My eyes are looking in front of me
I'm ready for the hall
REPEAT as needed....I also like to "march" them out of the room. It is a proactive way to get kids to follow directions rather than asking them over and over again to complete a task.
Dr. H