Teaching Tips

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Use music as a signal Music can alter the mood of a classroom Dont always hand papers to the front row first If a child doesnt learn the way you teach- teach the way they learn Keep moving-give attention to everyone Learn names-study pictures with names a. Make a chart with their names/pic X them when you called on them 7. Manners- Please stand up 8. Give instructions in 7 words or less 9. Dont just find the answers- learn the answers 10. Make a nice call home to get to know parents 11. Give their wrong answers a right question 12. Go big or go home- be the best you can 13. Let them play with an instrument until given an signal 14. Its never too early to start playing music to kids 15. Use expression when talking 16. Use praise words-avoid good job 17. Dont embarrass students 18. Eye contact 19. Make an L for left 20. Always say when I give this signal..then do 21. Use visuals: puppets, pictures, videos 22. Use strong teacher voice 23. Be prepared for anything 24. Be careful when explaining what students see while on field trips (homeless) 25. Use music to enhance lessons 26. Connect music to life 27. Dont bring Bias to class 28. Incorporate art/culture to class 29. Different abilities not disabilities 30. People first language boy with a handicap 31. A cheerleader clap is louder than prayer clap 32. Dual purpose lessons-content & movement 33. Be a good role model-promote healthy and positive choices 34. Address the class as..(friends, rock stars, boys/girls) 35. Show no fear! 36. Teacherspayteachers.org 37. Dont shut down a wrong answer-redirect it

38. Use a cultural contrast in a positive manner 39. Spend your money wisely-keep receipts for tax purposes! 40. Sometimes its OK to play dumb to get students involved and lead discussions