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Changemakers: Professional Development for Music Educators | Eric Jimenez and Justin McLean

Wednesday, October 2, 2024   |   8:00 pm 9:00 pm

Changemakers: Professional Development for Music Educators
Empower your students to take ownership of their learning with culturally responsive teaching. These interactive workshops offer you insights, skills, and resources to transform your classroom, engaging students through cross-cultural exchange that centers their lived experience. Spend 40-minutes with us on Wednesday evenings and learn new ways to connect with your students that you can put into practice immediately.

Eric Jimenez and Justin McLean | Eric & Justin’s Classroom Connections: Top 10 Ways to Make Equity Actionable
Wednesday, October 2 (8:00pm EST)

Join Eric Jimenez and Justin McLean from The Score Podcast for an engaging workshop that takes equity from buzzword to action. In this session, they’ll share their top 10 strategies for making your classroom responsive, going beyond repertoire to incorporate culturally relevant teaching, practical equity strategies, and meaningful student engagement. You’ll walk away with concrete ideas you can implement immediately, helping you bridge the gap between theory and practice in your teaching. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting, this session will equip you with the tools to create a more inclusive and impactful learning environment.

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Eric Jimenez is an experienced educator and co-host of The Score Podcast, who passionately explores topics of equity, CRT, and culturally responsive teaching strategies. Through his work, he empowers teachers to create classrooms where every student feels valued and engaged. Eric’s insights are rooted in years of experience and a deep commitment to actionable change.

Justin McLean is a dynamic educator and co-host of The Score Podcast, which delves into the practical aspects of equity in music education. He is dedicated to helping teachers translate theory into practice, ensuring that their classrooms are responsive and inclusive for all students. Justin focuses on culturally relevant teaching, bringing knowledge and passion to his work.

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Date:
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Time:
8:00 pm 9:00 pm
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Thanks to our partnership with the Massachusetts Cultural Council and their “Card to Culture” program, Longy School of Music of Bard College can offer free tickets to many of our diverse and innovative performance offerings. See the full list of participating “Card to Culture” organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.