I think this is a prime, fun example of how technology mediates our musical engagement. This is only one example out of many, but heres it is! Enjoy!

Instrumental fish is a fun, handmade game! This idea came to me from an awesome music teacher in a neighboring district. The materials needed are: a poster board pond, laminated fish with instruments on one side and a magnet on the other, and fishing poles with magnets attached to the line.

This article is exactly what the title states. These authors recommended different strategies for creating those safe places, so students young and old feel free to be themselves and perform despite any fears. Overall, the article is targeted toward eliminating those fears that students may have so nothing is stopping them from their full potential. I think the main point of this article is a great thing to keep in mind and remember as future music teachers.

This article takes a look at how Chinese students prepare for the future while still focusing on right now, and how we as American students can connect with them through our common language, music & music education. I find it interesting to learn about how other countries our practicing, & learning music and what they are doing to prepare for the future. And maybe as Americans we can be taught something new, and strive to work even harder through their example.