Motivation, Interaction and Space Aliens: How to Trick Earthlings into Learning

Teaching Artist: Dino O’Dell

Professional Development for K-2 classroom teachers and Elementary School Music Teachers

Earthlings learn best when they are engaged. And they are engaged best when they are interactive. Dino O’Dell’s workshops focus on engaging intrinsic motivators in three areas: music (rhythm and melody), interactions (mental and physical) and stories (narrative and character). Dino is a former professional actor and elementary music teacher who travels the country performing children’s music shows and assemblies with his band the T-Rex All-Stars. Dino’s perspective on teaching is engaging, interesting and effective. Maximum 30 participants. 2-3 contact hours for Grades K-2 Teachers.

Audience: Educators
Format: Professional Development
Curriculum Connections: All
Teaching Artist: Dino O’Dell

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