Inclusive Teaching

The following list includes MTNA resources that address the topic of teaching all learners, including those who are differently abled, have special needs or need an adaptive approach. Click on the title of the resource to download a PDF (American Music Teacher and MTNA e-Journal Articles) or to link to a video resource.



Resource
Type
Title Author(s)/Presenter(s)
computer A Holistic Approach to Teaching Young Students with Autism for a 30-Minute Lessons
(2022 MTNA Conference)
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Sunghun Kim
computer Barrier Breaking Chamber Music Experiences for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their Neurotypical Peers
(2022 MTNA Conference)
Derek Polischuk
computer Notes from La Frontera: Strategies for Teaching Underserved Students
(2022 MTNA Conference)
Liliana De Luna Chávez, Jacqueline guevara, Edelir Garza
computer Teaching Students with Special Needs - Your Questions Answered!
(2022 MTNA Conference)
Beth Bauer, Melissa Martiros, Derek Kealii Polischuk, Scott Price
computer Trapped in Thought: Learning with OCD
(2022 MTNA Conference)
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Mitch Grussing
computer What/How/When?!?!?: Adapting Communication and Managing Behavior in the Music Lesson -
(2022 MTNA Conference)
Melissa Martiros, Scott Price
computer Why is my Gifted Student Struggling?: Strategies for Gifted and Twice Exceptional Students
(2022 MTNA Conference)
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Lesley McAllister
computer Playing to Our Strengths: Strategies for Piano Students with ADHD
(January 2022 MTNA Collegiate Chapters Symposium)
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Katie Ostrosky
magazine Why is My Gifted Student Struggling?: Character Traits, Common Misdiagnoses and Teaching Strategies for Gifted and Twice Exceptional Piano Students
(November 2021 MTNA e-Journal)
Lesley McAllister
magazine Creating Sensory-Friendly Recitals for Music Students with Autism
(June/July 2021 American Music Teacher)
Sunghun Kim
computer Accessible Adjudication: Facilitating Inclusive Events for Special Learners
(2021 MTNA Conference)
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Michaela Boros, Louie Hehman, Lady Abigail Imperio, Caryn Wen Bin Ong, Karen kai Yuan Yong
computer Beating the Odds: Helping Students from Underserved Backgrounds Survive and Thrive as Collegiate Music Majors
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Jerron Jorgensen, Christi McLain
computer Close Your Eyes and Make Music; A Case Study in Teaching Students with Visual Impairments
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Giuliano Graniti, Jiajun David Lai, Molly Sanford
computer Creating Inclusive and Adjudicated Events
(2021 MTNA Conference)
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University of South Carolina Collegiate Chapter: Fanarelia Guerrero L pez, Jinkyung Kim, Sunghun Kim, Shu-Jung Lee, Mengyu Song, Qiwen Wan, Yanting Wang, Xi Xie
computer Including Rhythm in your Inclusive Studio
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Beth Bauer, Melissa Martiros
computer Meeting Social and Emotional Needs of Special Learners Through Individualized Music Instruction
(2021 MTNA Conference)
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Jennie Band
computer Preventing and Managing Challenging Behavior in the Piano Studio
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Melissa Martiros
computer Teaching Note Reading to Students with Learning Challenges
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Beth Bauer
computer Teaching Piano Students with ADHD
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Derek Polischuk
computer Technique and Artistry for Special Learners
(2021 MTNA Conference)
Scott Price
computer Absolutely! Pathways to Expression and Artistry for Special Learners
(2020 MTNA Conference)
Scott Price
computer Designing a Sensory-Friendly Recital
(2020 MTNA Conference)
University of Colorado Boulder Collegiate Chapter
magazine The Sensory-Friendly Music Teacher: Creating a Welcoming Environment for All Students
(September 2019 MTNA e-Journal)
Elizabeth Leger and Sarah Rushing (Poster Session)
computer Teaching the Non-Typical Learner
(September 2017 Webinar)
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Sue Steck-Turner
magazine Autism Research and Its Implications for Music Teachers
(August/September 2016 American Music Teacher)
Derek Kealii Polischuk
magazine Braille Primer for the Sighted Music Educator
(June/July 2014 American Music Teacher)
Brett Paschal
magazine It’s Not My Fault!: Piano Teachers’ Perceptions Regarding The Factors That Contribute To The Inclusion Of Children With Disabilities In The Piano Studio
(November 2013 MTNA e-Journal)
Melissa Martiros and Cheryl Hanley-Maxwell
magazine Positive Teaching: Strategies for Optimal Learning with ADHD and Hyperactive Students
(February/March 2012 American Music Teacher)
Lesley McAllister
magazine Asperger’s Syndrome And The Piano: A Challenging Match
(November 2010 MTNA e-Journal)
Derek Kealii Polischuk
magazine Learning From Kara: Reflections from Three Friends
(April/May 1999 American Music Teacher)
Fay Barss, Melissa Marrion and Joanne Haroutounian with Kara Benham