Various+Sites+and+SNT+for+Music+Teaching

· For secondary music students, aural is a major contributor that is used by all right through to Year 12. It would be beneficial to suggest students sign up for or even just browse music databases such as ReverbNation, as a way to suggest aurals that can be completed by all students at home. · Create a wiki for the class, where you can suggest songs to listen to and study. This becomes an excellent way to conduct a class discussion as you are able to comment on and discuss things you see on a wiki. · Skype is a helpful tool that should be encouraged for small ensembles. It allows members of the ensemble to rehearse with each other without actually being in the same room. This tool can also be useful when students wish to gain feedback from teachers/other students about their performances. It allows fast and easy communication between people. · Create a blog on a specific topic/unit and encourage students to conduct discussions. · Make an account on a program like Blackboard/Moodle etc where you can upload course information including information, musical examples, homework, assessments and allow students to create discussions. This is a great tool for students who are unable to attend classes or have trouble understanding information, and for those who wish to extend on their knowledge.