{"product_id":"using-technology-to-unlock-musical-creativity","title":"Using Technology to Unlock Musical Creativity","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt has never been easier or more fun for students to compose  improvise  arrange  and produce music and music-related projects than with todays technology. Written in a practical  accessible manner  Using Technology to Unlock Musical Creativity offers both a framework for and practical tips on the technology tools best suited for encouraging students authentic musical creativity.  Author Scott Watson makes a compelling case for creativity-based music learning through eight teacher-tested principles that access  nurture  and develop students potential for musical expression. Example after example illustrates each principle in a variety of music teaching and technology scenarios. Watson also includes practical ideas for technology-based creative music activities  locating lesson plans and other resources  and assessing creative work. The book provides detailed plans for dozens of attractive projects  each linked to MENC National Standards  and also offers suggestions for making adaptations according to grade level and technology proficiency. Additionally  it includes a valuable section of resources with tips for setting up a computer music workstation  a plain-language description of how digital audio works  and a music education technology glossary. Most of the activities described can be carried out by novice users with free or low-cost music applications.  The book also features a comprehensive companion website with dozens of audio and video examples as well as many downloadable worksheets  rubrics  and activity files. Visit the companion website at www.oup.com\/us\/musicalcreativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44964814454837,"sku":"ByrdShop_0199742766","price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780199742769.jpg?v=1770481151","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/using-technology-to-unlock-musical-creativity","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}