Dr. Melissa Ryan specializes in inclusive and creative general music education, drawing on experience teaching music in the U.S. and abroad. Her work includes professional development for teachers and research on social justice, restorative practices, and pedagogical creativity. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Miami and regularly presents and publishes internationally.

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March 2026 Music Educators Journal
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