This is a series of 30-minute get-togethers/workshops/discussion around issue of diversity, equity, inclusion and access to music education in the state of Iowa. Topics include culturally responsive teaching, social justice, diverse curricula, representation, antiracist teaching and more.
- Mondays, 4:00-4:30 PM CDT through Zoom
- First one - July 13, 2020 - Mexican music in Choirs
- Cost: Free
- Open to anyone. IMEA members and non-members
- Not limited to a specific grade level or teaching area.
- Shares are short. 30 minutes with time to ask questions
- Anyone can volunteer to share or suggest someone to invite to share.
- Would you like to share or suggestion a topic? Contact Mary Anne Sims (masims123@gmail.com) or Kevin Droe (kevin.droe@uni.edu)
- Register
Schedule
Date |
Topic |
Discussion Leader |
July 13 |
Mexican Choral Music: There’s More to It Than “La Cucaracha”! |
Loida Pineda |
July 27 |
Music as Listening - Strategies for Making Connections |
Dan Black |
August 10 |
Disrupting Racism in Music Education |
Kevin Droe |
September 14 |
He, She, They, Them. Pronouns in the Music Room |
Elmer Ellefson |
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Mexican Choral Music: There’s More to It Than “La Cucaracha”! - Loida PinedaSlides from Dr. Pineda's session (.pptx)
VOCALESSENCE ¡CANTARÉ!
VocalEssence ¡Cantaré! is a unique program designed to bring the talents of composers from Mexico directly into Minnesota classrooms. Other resources:
Calle Sur - Musicians Ed East and Karin Stein combine to offer virtual concerts and school programs. |
Dr. Loida Pineda
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Music as Listening - Strategies for Making ConnectionsMusic as Listening slides- Slides from Dan's presentation
Music as Listening activities - Activities designed to engage students with the process of connecting with music. Whether in relation to themselves as individuals, their community, or the various cultural, societal, or historical contexts surrounding us, opportunities abound for learning and transferring those outcomes to the artistry displayed in the classroom.
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Dan Black, Council Bluffs Community School District
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Google Doc appendix and other resources
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