The Music Teacher’s Little Guide to Big Motivation

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What are the eight motivational styles?

Have you ever had a student who was a challenge to motivate? Do you know the key motivational styles of each of your students? Does your studio or classroom use tools that activate every motivational style? As teachers, we often try to motivate our students using the methods that motivate us. But…we are all motivated in our own unique way. Discover the eight motivational styles, eliminate motivational roadblocks, and start motivating your students in the studio or classroom more effectively!

The Music Teacher’s Little Guide to Big Motivation includes a quiz to determine motivational styles and an array of practical tools to use with all types of students.

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Music2Gether: Making Connections
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Why Study Music?
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Learning to Play Music: An essential life skill
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Now is the Fun Part!
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Heat Waves and Music Staves
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Got Grit?
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You Can Observe A Lot by Watching
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Take the Stage!
Studying a musical instrument gives many opportunities to take the stage and share your talent! Most music teachers will integrate performance as an important part of the educational experience. Why is performanceContinue reading “Take the Stage!”
Make Time to Get Bored
This may surprise you, but kids aren’t bored enough these days. Boredom is the breeding ground for creativity. If every single moment of a child’s life is scheduled, there’s no room forContinue reading “Make Time to Get Bored”
Spruce up Your Child’s Learning Environment
Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, a violinist and educator, stated, “Man is the son of his environment.” As parents, we strive to provide that essential climate where children can grow without any barriers toContinue reading “Spruce up Your Child’s Learning Environment”

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