| The basics | HALP | Cool, but how do I get an A? | The Learning Stuff | The Questions Schneider thought were tricky but maybe aren't |
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Pencils = student, Instruments = Schneider OR the student
This person provides pencils and instruments for the class
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the place I rented it
My instrument broke. So I take it here.
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80/20
The two grading criteria of assessment and dailywork are split into these percentages in the gradebook.
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knowledge objective
Naming the parts of the guitar falls under this type of objective.
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Google Classroom
Homework is turned in here.
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rent or purchase an instrument
Sol Vista and HB Woodsongs are two places where you can do this.
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during work time in class or office hours
I forgot how to play an Em7 inversion into a blahdeeblah blah. I can work with Schneider at this time one-on-one
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80% unless SUPER late then 50%, but let's avoid this one, eh? :)
I missed an assignment and turned it in late. This is the maximum grade it can receive.
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skill objective
Position and posture, tuning, strumming, and listening are all examples of this type of objective.
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practice
I need to do this each week in order to progress.
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foundations and developing independence
The two overarching topics covered by first year guitarists over two quarters.
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logging on to Google Classroom to reprint another copy
I lost the sheet handed out yesterday. I get another one this way.
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5-7 days
The number of days you need to ask ahead in order to get an extension or change a due date
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affective objective
Understanding the value of a creative pursuit is an example of this type of objective.
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Creating, performing, responding, and connecting
One of the national standards.
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Hands-On Training: First Year Guitar
The book provided by Schneider
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emailing Schneider
I have a question I need Schneider to answer as soon as possible. So I contact her by...
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100%
The maximum percentage that a test can be reassessed for middle school students.
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second quarter
The quarter in which most students will work more independently.
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one
I will have access to this many chromebooks.
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Be a "returner" - serve as a mentor OR complete extension versions of assignments that push your technique
I already play guitar. This is what I can do.
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air play during the day if no instrument is available to borrow and make a plan to fix for next time
I forgot my instrument... I accept this consequence because I'm super chill and know it won't happen again.
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your learning, progress, and effort
The aspect of grades/grading that Schneider actually cares about
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growth mindset
those with a this perspective believe that they can acquire any given ability provided they invest effort or study.
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all of middle school AND high school
The number of times you can retake this course
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