Glissandosteacherpack.docVIP

Glissandos teacher pack Introduction The first section of this pack contains specific information and suggestions relating to the Glissando resources. Section 2 contains more general information about how to use the SoundJunction web site facilities (logging in, Learning Trails, tracking etc.) Learning Objectives Students will learn: to recognise the sound of a glissando played solo and in ensemble how a glissando is played on a trombone and other instruments the musical effect of using a glissando to compose making creative use of glissando Resources provided Customisable student worksheet Free online access to the SoundJunction web site at SoundJunction Learning Trail specially prepared for this pack Go to the Learning Trail Forum and look for the trail called Glissandos Alternatively, enter the password ‘bsglissandos’ into the personal trail password box Suggestions for discussion prompts, small group activities and individual extension work – see below Free composing ideas You can access all these resources from the SoundJunction website in the Teacher resources section: Help and resources Teacher resources Teacher pack: glissandos Using the resources These resources are presented in a way that makes them immediately usable as they stand. But they are not prescriptive: the worksheet, Learning Trail etc, can be customised by teachers to serve individual needs and personal preference – please see section 2 for further details. We do not provide a lesson plan, as that is best developed by teachers knowing the circumstances, needs and capabilities of particular classes they teach. We hope that teachers will find this easy to do drawing from the resources that are on offer, their flexibility and teachers’ own professional expertise. This resource pack is designed to be used in a variety of situations, including a single computer with whiteboard, multiple computers, or out-of-class computer access. All activities require a web connection on the computers being us