student-centered learning

Project-Based Learning in Digital Musicianship

Project-Based Learning in Digital Musicianship By NAfME Members Chris Shelton, Ph.D., and José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D. Abstract This editorial explores how project-based learning enhances self-efficacy, technical proficiency, and career readiness…

Student-Centered Learning: Cultivating Curiosity

Student-Centered Learning Cultivating Curiosity  By Ann Rodiger, sponsored by NAfME Corporate Member Balance Arts Center Balancing student’s technical improvement with their joy of making music can be tricky. When things…

Exponential Potential – All Ensemble Members Are Important!

Exponential Potential All Ensemble Members Are Important! By NAfME Member Jonathan Sindler with contributions by NAfME Members David Matchim and Lori Schwartz Reichl Many band, chorus, and orchestra programs are…

Excitement, Equity, Exploration: Music Education in Finland 

Excitement, Equity, Exploration Music Education in Finland  By NAfME Member Argine Safari Argine Safari presented on “Excitement, Equity, Exploration: Music Education in Finland” during the NAfME 2021 PreK–12 Learning Collaborative…

Take, Leave, Transform! What Do We Keep from Last School Year?

Take, Leave, Transform! What Do We Keep from Last School Year? By NAfME Member Robby Burns Note: This blog post (and associated podcast episode) is based on my presentation from the…

Creating a Student-Centered Secondary General Music Classroom Environment

Creating a Student-Centered Secondary General Music Classroom Environment By NAfME Member Rachael Sanguinetti Rachael Sanguinetti presented on “Creating a Student-Centered Secondary General Classroom” during the NAfME 2021 PreK–12 Learning Collaborative…