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Mar 2024
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141 | Increasing Engagement in Elementar...

Bryson Tarbet, M.M.Ed.
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson reflects on his experiences teaching sixth-grade choir, sharing insights into the misalignment between his initial intentions and classroom practices. Discover how he shifted focus from traditional goals to prioritize student engagement, leading to remarkable improvements in classroom dyn ... Show More
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