MUED 376 - Choral Music, Materials & Techniques

Assignment 10S. Dr. Alice Hammel

Chapter 8 discussion questions
DUE 10/10 on Canvas!!!

Directions Part 1: Please read Chapter 8 and respond to the discussion questions.
Directions Part 2: Please craft three discussion questions of your own; list below.

NAME: Erinne Phillips

Part 1:
Chapter 8 Responses to Discussion Questions

1. How can a music educator prepare for the inclusion of a student with
enhanced cognition in the music classroom or ensemble?
Music educators can be prepared to answer difficult questions, teach material in
different multisensory ways, encourage and creative safe and welcoming
environments, respect and encourage creative thinking, and being active in the team
for that student(s).
2. What specific strategies would be employed in a general music classroom for
a third-grade student who has already mastered the curriculum for
elementary general music?
Specific strategies could include providing creativity outlets for these and all
students to show what they know and recognize the achievements of the students.
3. How can secondary music ensemble conductors differentiate instruction in a
small or large ensemble setting to meet the needs of students at various
levels of cognitive ability?
For students who may understand material better than other students, this could be
an opportunity for them to develop/grow leadership skills as they use what they
know to help others. Material can be taught in many different multisensory ways so
that learning caters to the needs of all students.
4. Which strategies outlined in Chapter 4 would be effective when working with
students who have enhanced cognition abilities and also have challenges in
the area of communication?
A good strategy or tool that could be used are PECS, but instead of using them to
solidify information, use them when the student needs a break from instruction. As
a way to quiz a student on the information they know, while also providing a vessel
for them to communicate.

Part II:

Question #1:
What is the best way to prepare for questions from students with enhanced
cognition abilities?

Question #2:

What are ways that we can wind forward for students with enhanced cognitive
abilities without students feeling like we are just giving them extra stuff to do?

Question #3:

What are best practices for teachers being involved in a students’ team regarding
IEP’s, 504 Plans, etc.?