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American Music Teacher

| February 01, 2007 | Magrath, Jane | COPYRIGHT 2007 Music Teachers National Association, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Q What are ways to be more aware of one's own teaching style and characteristics? I want to avoid getting into a rut in my teaching.

A The beginning of moving away from a rut or sameness in teaching is first the realization that we may need to change--an awareness of just what is happening in our own teaching. Then, with that awareness, we can begin to make a shift. I find video or audio taping to be, perhaps, the most helpful way to connect with one's own teaching style and mode.

It is my belief that every studio should own and regularly use a video camera. While many uses of video cameras exist in teaching, here I will talk only the most basic use, ...

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