E129: Teaching Beginners Beyond Method Books with Guest Tim Topham

Teach Music Online

Can you sense your students are getting bored or needing something new? Consider putting down the method books and really connecting with your students. In today's episode, Carly welcomes Tim Topham, a trailblazer in the music industry who challenges teachers to change their approach through creativity.

You may feel like you lack creativity or couldn't possibly do a lesson without the book. But here's the thing: many of us, myself included, often hesitate to step outside our comfort zones and explore unfamiliar territories with our students. Tim challenges us to try something new and embrace the creativity we forget we had!

In this episode we'll discuss:

• Tim's actionable approach caters to seasoned teachers and those just starting. The goal? To inspire teachers to make lessons more engaging and effective for their students.
• Activities and ideas that any teacher can implement to spark creativity and create engagement within those first few lessons.
• How do you sell this idea to parents? Tim walks you through it all – from activities students can do at home to strategies that use the imagination.

Tim understands the hesitancy some teachers might feel about putting the book down and connecting with students on a more personal level. But trust your instincts, think outside the box, and have fun with your students!

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