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NAfME webinar

Beyond Inclusion: Universal Design in the Elementary Music Classroom

Unlock strategies for equitable and engaging music for all students, especially those with disabilities, in this session that delves into practical, research-backed UDL techniques, offering multiple means of representation, engagement,…

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Working with Students with Special Needs presented by Michigan MEA

Insights, strategies, and differentiation for students with cognitive needs, physical disabilities, and behavioral needs. These universal and targeted strategies will help to build on a cohesive and seamless inclusion of…

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Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in Repertoire Selection

Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in Repertoire Selection Striving for Representation  Part Two of a Four-Part Series  By NAfME Member Roque Diaz, Member of the NAfME Equity Committee…

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Cultural Appropriation versus Cultural Appreciation in the Arts

Cultural Appropriation versus Cultural Appreciation in the Arts Part One of a Four-Part Series  By NAfME Member Roque Diaz, Member of the NAfME Equity Committee As educators and professionals in…

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The Music Educator Today and Tomorrow

The Music Educator Today and Tomorrow By NAfME Member Adrian Davis  This article first appeared in the December 2024 issue of Interval, the Minnesota Music Educators Association journal. “I believe…

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Collegiate Chat: Creating Neurodiverse Ensembles

All educators are welcome! NAfME Collegiate members, advisors, and all interested are invited to attend and engage with this presentation, which will address the following topics: Learn the first steps…

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How do you make your classroom an inviting and welcoming space for all students?

How do you make your classroom an inviting and welcoming space for all students? Five Music Educators Respond This article first appeared in the October 2023 issue of Teaching Music.…

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Navigating Divisive Concepts Laws

Navigating Divisive Concepts Laws Resources for PK‒12 Music Educators By Karen Salvador and Ryan D. Shaw[1] Divisive Concepts Laws (DCLs)[2] are legislative and executive actions that restrict teaching, professional learning,…

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Divisive Concepts Laws Report from National Association for Music Education Provides Overview of Impact on Music Education and Resources for Educators

For Immediate Release Contact: Catherina Hurlburt catherinah@nafme.org or (571) 323-3395 Divisive Concepts Laws Report from National Association for Music Education Provides Overview of Impact on Music Education and Resources for…

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Black Music History: More Than Just a February Lesson

Black Music History More Than Just a February Lesson By NAfME Member Ashley Cuthbertson This article first appeared on A. Cuthbertson Consulting’s blog where you can listen to this blog…

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