rhythmic poem: Let the Piper Call the Tune

Rhythm

Rhythm- A strong, regular, repeated pattern of movement or sound.

o   What do you like about the way she presented the information? Why?

-          I liked how Miss Taylor shortened the definition of rhythm so that a child could understand it. She seemed very excited about the topic she was discussing, which is very important. I also like how she used clapping to show the “silent” or “pause” in between sounds.

o   What do you dislike about the way she presented the information? Why?

-          I did not like the storyboard method that she used to present it. It made the information seem a bit boring and slow which could make someone lose attention quick, especially children.

 

o   Is this an example of good teaching? Why do you think so?

-          I believe that her enthusiasm made it a good way of teaching but like I said before, the storyboard method wouldn’t keep a child’s attention for very long. However, the way she used clapping could help children laugh and play along with the rhythm exercise.

o   How many different ways did she present the information? Why do you think this is important?

-          She used multiple definitions, pictures/visual storyboard, and clapping. This is important because using different learning styles when teaching helps ensure that all children have the ability to understand and learn.

Introduction

Hello everyone, my name is Kelly Doss. I am a junior on my fourth year at WVSU which I transferred from Marshall. I am from Scott Depot, WV, born and raised. I am a graduate from Winfield High School: Class of 2011. I am currently 21 years old. My major is Elementary Education and am thinking about specializing in special education as well. I am the middle child of 2 older brothers and a younger sister. My boyfriend and I just had a beautiful little boy, Blake Ryan Tucker,  who is now almost 6 moths old. He is my absolute world. Here are some pictures of my family :)

 

 

 

 

 

  
I just recently lost my dad who before my son was my whole world. He battled with prostate cancer for about 4 years. I miss him so much but I think it has made me a stronger person. He was the greatest man in my life and just thought I would share it with everyone :)

 

 

I hope that I can gain a lot from this class. I am hoping that my knowledge for music can expand because I don't know much about it. I don't have much musical experience in the past, but I do love listening to it! As for my concerns for this class, I don't know much of what to expect but I hope the online version of it goes well.

 

I am very passionate about my future as a second grade teacher. I absolutely love kids and the thought of teaching them and helping them be all they can be as they go on to further their education is the most rewarding thing, in my opinion. I cannot wait to be able to have that feeling of helping them succeed! :)