FRESH APPROACH TO AURAL AND THEORY TRAINING FOR YOUNG MUSICIANS!

Music Bumblebees proudly present our innovative and exciting Aural & Theory Workbook Series for young musicians.

This workbook series is designed in Queensland for students to learn the fundamentals of music from the most important element – SOUND.

This series comes with 3 workbooks and each has:

-           A CD that contains the teaching of concepts as well as ear training exercises.

-          Exercise stickers.

-          Colourful layout and fun exercises.  

The workbooks have been designed specifically to bridge the gap between classroom music (more emphasis placed on aural) and instrumental lesson (performance oriented). It is suitable for classroom teaching from Year 1-6.

The publications are being distributed to music shops in Australia through AMPD/Hal Leonard, to primary schools via Campion Education and also through our website http://www.musicbumblebees.com.au/. Marymount Primary School in the Gold Coast is one of the many schools using these workbooks as textbooks for their classroom music program.

Music teachers and students are loving this series and here are some of their comments:

“I wish I was a child again!!!” – Julee Andrews, Piano Teacher from NSW

“A fresh approach to aural and theory training for young musicians” – Dr. Julie Kirchhubel, Lecturer in Aural Studies.

“CD and Stickers are very helpful.” – Nicola Poore, Classroom Teacher from NSW.

“The workbooks are so much fun.” – Deanne Scott, Piano Teacher from Brisbane.

“Innovative and interesting approach to aural and theory training.” – Antoni Bonetti, Lecturer, Conductor and Violinist.

Visit us at Booth 102 for Expo Specials and Draw!!

National Geographic Explorer’s Futures-Oriented Programme

The 21^st century classroom presents a myriad of challenges to educators worldwide. To stay relevant, educational boundaries and traditional limitations have to be transcended.

National Geographic Explorer is an educational programme set to enhance the teaching and learning landscape for Kindergartens and Primary schools. Explorer nurtures English Literacy skills and teaches Interesting Science. Through the integration of Environmental Education, students are educated and moulded to become socially conscious individuals.  At the core of Explorer are four graded readers, each published 7 times annually throughout the schooling months.

Quirky, fascinating topics; vibrant imagery page after page; and tailored content enliven students and engage them in their reading experience.

Explorer is equipped with innovative digital resources which provides for a comprehensive and seamless lesson combining both traditional and new media; from classroom digital editions which facilitate active discussions in the classroom, to the Interactive Whiteboard Contentwhich encourages enthusiastic participation, to the Magazine Maker software which enables students to let their creative juices flow.

A comprehensive Teacher’s Guide, which is provided with each of the 7 issues, facilitates integration of Explorer into the classroom curriculum.

Through Explorer, students learn about our world, and all that is in it, irrespective of their geographical location.This empowers them to explore and learn beyond the classroom, and may even initiate a lifelong educational journey.

For a more comprehensive take on the robust Explorer programme, visit National Geographic Explorer at Booth 94 during the upcoming Queensland Education Resources Expo!

A NEW, INNOVATIVE RESOURCE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS

ITC Publications are delighted to announce the latest addition to their innovative product range, with the publication of their new Early Years of Learning innovative teachers’ companion.


The NEW Early Years of Learning innovative teachers’companion is your complete planning and professional development resource. This teachers’ diary includes more than 15 professional readings on a variety of topics, 19 cognitive and co-operative teaching tools, exciting classroom activities and information on NAPLAN preparation. Aligned with the Early Years Framework of Australia, the resource addresses and references the 5 Learning Outcomes of identity, connection, wellbeing, learning and communication.

You can now plan your timetable, lessons and classroom environment in one easy place.

Features

· Tailored to the specific needs of K–2 teachers
· Linked to the Early Years of Learning Framework
· 19 Cognitive and Co-operative learning strategies
· Scores of easy to integrate lesson ideas
· Professional Readings: Play-Based Learning,
· Creating the Learning Environment and much more
· A4 size
· Weekly planning pages

For more Early Years of Learning, Primary and Secondary resources that will assist you to improve your teaching and learning, visit ITC Publications at Booth 52!

VISITOR REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

At the Queensland Education Resources Expo visitors can discover, test and purchase resources for your educational institution and build on your professional development. Whether you are involved in early childhood, primary, secondary or higher education, the Queensland Education Resources Expo will showcase innovative ideas, products and services to enhance your career and workplace.

Click on the link: www.quedrex.com.au/visitorsreg.php to register for your free tickets today!

Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 September, 2011
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
10am – 3pm
FREE ADMISSION!


Visitors will have access to:

1. A large variety of suppliers showcasing the latest educational resources;

2. Workshops and Seminars focusing on key issues for educators in 2011;

3. A free expo guide;

4. Special offers and competitions;

5. A certificate of attendance, upon request, as a record of professional development.

Please record the event details on your calendar and forward this email on to interested colleagues. QUEDREX offers visitors who are fully registered teachers, the opportunity to address some of the ten Professional Standards required for registration renewal under the Queensland College of Teachers Continuing Professional Development Framework.