Neuropedagogy: How Science Informs Music Teaching

Cognitive neuroscience can offer great insights to educators. When we know that the brain was designed for finding meaning in the world, and how it does this, we can then design teaching practices that best utilise this.    

Cognitive neuroscience offers valuable insights for music educators by revealing how the brain forms memories and how this process influences music learning. Understanding these processes allows us to design teaching practices that align with ways that students naturally learn best. 

AT THIS WORKSHOP YOU WILL: 

• The power of movement in the classroom 

• How brain, body, and environment shape musical understanding

• How tools externalise thinking and make us more skillful in being musical.

• Ways that pattern identification assists efficient learning and problem-solving 

These ideas will be explored through hands-on activities that demonstrate how research translates into real-world practice in music education. No prior music experience is necessary.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 

These events are designed for both generalist classroom teachers and music specialists. 

While our resources and PD are primarily aimed at Primary School teachers, all are welcome, including: 

• primary school teachers 
• pre-service teachers 
• school leaders with an interest in music education for primary school students