9/1/19
Topic: Engaging Reluctant Learners

Welcome: Welcome to #elmusedchat. Introduce yourself- your name, grades you teach, and where you are from. Also, share with us in gif format how the start of your school year has been.

Q1: What are some reasons students might be reluctant to participate in music class? #elmusedchat

Q2: Relationships matter. How can you build relationships with reluctant students? #elmusedchat

Q3: It is vital that students see role models similar to themselves. How do you connect students with composers, conductors, and performers from diverse ethnicities and backgrounds in a relevant manner? #elmusedchat

Q4: Connections to student interests and experiences can encourage engagement. How can you ensure the music class connects to students? #elmusedchat

Q5: Positive, fun environments increase student engagement. Tell about a time you created a game or fun activity to help boost student engagement in a lesson. #elmusedchat

Q6: When a reluctant student acts out, what strategies help you diffuse the situation without harming the relationship? #elmusedchat

Next Week: Thank you for joining us tonight! Join us next Sunday, September 8th at 8pm CST for Lively Listening Lessons. #elmusedchat