The current project I am involved with is certainly enjoyable and challenging. It reminds me of my teaching days where I was able to bring into the classroom my experiences as a professional musician. I am convinced that my students appreciated my sharing of experiences, describing stories about recording, theatre, studios, etc. If I were teaching today, I would certainly talk about this particular experience, sharing my expertise, and all the details involved: preparation, practicing, professionalism, approaches, etc.
Today, in the reading I am doing, there is talk about how the classroom is out of touch with the new global economies and global education / work preparation. Learners today are taking advantage and leadership in arranging their own learning paths. The learner of today is a learner for life, changing careers, and even retirement is taking-on a new role.
I am pleased and equally grateful that many opportunities have come my way in my career as a professional musician and educator. I do know that my teaching was influenced by many features, especially the professional musician opportunities I experienced. I do truly feel that these experiences were not only valuable and joyous for me personally, but that they contributed to my effectiveness / interest / engagement as an efficient and attentive music educator in school.
Bye for now,
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