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190 | How to Advocate for Better Professional Development As An Elementary Music Teacher
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Not all PD is created equal—and if you’ve ever sat through a session on a math curriculum you don’t teach, you already know that. In this episode, Bryson breaks down why content-specific professional development is a must for music teachers and how to start advocating for it in your district. He shares three key reasons why general PD often misses the mark for music educators and offers actionable steps for finding, requesting, and justifying music-focused learning—especially with the support of national organizations and case studies. Whether you're tired of irrelevant sessions or looking for ways to stay current and inspired, this episode will help you build the case for PD that actually speaks your language.
Episode Chapters:
- 0:00 Introduction
- 3:01 3 Concrete Reasons Why Content-Specific PD Matters
- 6:04 How to Advocate Effectively
- 7:52 Where to Start Taking Action
- 9:10 Breaking Out of “Music Teacher Island”
- 11:22 Takeaways
Links and Resources:
- Elementary Newbie Guide
- Disabilities Guide
- Steady Beat Survival Guide
- Join That Music Teacher Community
- The Elementary Music Summit®
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