Outline: Project based learning within the Music Classroom

Pilot Group

Pilot group will include 5th grade Melodeon members (select choir) who meet 1-2 times per week for 40 minutes.  Times outside of the classroom time will be setup in order to give students more collaboration time, as well as time to get feedback and record without interruptions.

Technology

The use of technology will include, but not be limited to, chromebooks, iPads, iPhones, and microphones with an audio interface.  Some of the programs that can possibly be used may include GarageBand, Audacity, Noteflight, MuseScore, Chrome Music Lab, iMovie, Windows Movie Maker, and WeVideo.  Other programs and technology may be used as well, if needed.

Fall 2019

• Pilot project based learning with Melodeons
  • Students may work in small groups or individually
  • Create a choice board where ideas for projects are placed
  • Work with students to create a timeline for expectations of project completion
• Continue research on best methods for gauging student engagement
  • Have students do  pre & post evaluation for student feedback and reflection
• Gather data from students participating in pilot 
  • What worked?
  • What needs adjusted?

Spring 2020

• Continue pilot projects with Melodeons
• Present data to administration
• Share resources used with other elementary music teachers
• Use projects as an end of the year program inviting others to witness student creations

Summer 2020

• Use ePortfolio to house projects as a database for future school use
• Continue to present and share work with other music educators
• Attend summer conferences
  • Possibly present on benefits of PBL in the music classroom

Fall 2020

• Expand PBL to include entire 5th grade music classrooms
• Continue to collect data with ongoing projects
• Continue to share findings with administration

Spring/Summer 2021

• Collaborate with other elementary music teachers to provide findings, share resources and benefits
• Look at possible expansion into other elementary music classrooms within the district