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Back to Basics

For all of the applications, YouTube videos, and other free materials that exist, nothing beats having an actual tutor with you, sharing their experiences and helping me find…

Reflection 4: Graphics in Education

For many years, I have referred to myself as a “visual learner,” finding I have better success learning, remembering, and understanding things when I can actually see them…

Why Humans Matter

After completing Yousician’s Level 3, I am just beginning my 15-minute-steps on the road to completing Level 4. The very first activity is a group of songs that…

Slow Ride

As promised, the last two weeks were spent getting back into chords. First I learned the D and A chords, and while A was very easy (requiring three…

Reflection 3: Intentionality and Technology

Over the last two weeks, we’ve had the chance to listen to two tremendous guest speakers on the subject of technology use in the classroom and beyond: Jesse…

Reflection 2: Tech Safety and Health

On Tuesday, September 28th, we were joined by Jesse Miller, who gave us a presentation on technology and social media in the classroom, including the points of emphasis…

That Pesky Pinky

When I first started with Yousician, I learned how to play the individual strings before anything else. Then I learned the E, E minor, A minor, C, and…

Reflection 1: Most Likely to Succeed (in Today’s World)

Most Likely to Succeed is a 2015 documentary directed by Greg Whiteley, showcasing the unique education format offered by High Tech High in San Diego. The school is…

Initial Reflections on Yousician

Yousician has been a terrific resource for me thus far, teaching me how to play the most common “cowboy chords” in the space of a month. This is…

EdTech Inquiry: Intentional Technology