Discover how Lucy Green's Informal Learning approach transforms music education in this episode! Lucy Green’s model replicates the learning process of popular musicians by emphasizing self-directed exploration, learning by ear, and collaboration, allowing students to develop skills naturally and authentically. Inspired by insights from Steve Jackman, a Digital & Music Specialist, we explore how autonomy, peer collaboration, and learning by ear empower students to connect with music on a deeper level. Tune in for fresh ideas on making music education relevant and engaging! Resources: Steve Jackman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-jackman/ Learn more about Informal Learning & Lucy Green https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI5mTCIwYPw https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLey8IdVJToQvrsqnartm4qxE1jXjLI1Bd How Popular Musicians Learn: A Way Ahead for Music Education (January 2002) - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/292576399_How_Popular_Musicians_Learn_A_Way_Ahead_for_Music_Education James Humberstone - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-humberstone-48b1553a/ and https://humberstone.org/ Ethan Hein: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylgBq16LAuw Kids react to modelling more than dictatorial parenting - https://youtu.be/RSQ-MBJpyGw?si=Y1Ch1PNtx8dkduMA&t=38 Tim Minchin on his path through music education - https://youtu.be/Y-xbGHwyBJY?si=nUBGKKouXtM4RG_X&t=192 Follow us on... Instagram: https://instagram.com/betheiceberg Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeTheIceberg Email: icebergmountainpodcast@gmail.com Where you can find Shaun Kirkwood: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunykmakes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shaunyk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShaunKirkwood Where you can find David Lee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidleeedtech/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidleeedtech YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidLeeEdTech Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/beatlesmaniac11/4191790770 https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tyler_the_Creator_2022_cropped.png https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/tyler-the-creator-2022-grammys-best-rap-album-speech-1235054973/

This week, David and Shaun talk about the power of professional development for teachers of all levels. Specifically, going to professional development that is at another school, preferably focused on a niche element of teaching, where the participants share like a passions, vision and excitement for improving student learning. We hope that this episode inspires you to look for professional development opportunities near you soon, or if you're in Administrator, then it might prompt you to encourage teaches that you work with to do the same. Follow us on... Instagram: https://instagram.com/betheiceberg Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeTheIceberg Email: icebergmountainpodcast@gmail.com Where you can find Shaun Kirkwood: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunykmakes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shaunyk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shaunkirkwood Where you can find David Lee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidleeedtech/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidleeedtech YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidLeeEdTech

In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the evolving role of AI in education and explore how it can improve learning experiences. What is the role of AI in learning? How can we embed AI into education optimally? Takeaways: 📚 AI & Project-Based Learning (PBL): PBL provides a powerful mental model for integrating AI into education, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. 🤖 AI as Your Team: Learn how to leverage AI tools to get things done—whether it’s completing projects, solving challenges, or achieving your goals. Resources: Dr. Sabba Quidwai - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabba-quidwai Designing Schools: https://designingschools.org/ Book: https://designingschools.org/book Explore the SAMR Model: https://vibe.us/blog/samr-model Gallup Report on Creativity in Learning: https://www.gallup.com/education/267449/creativity-learning-transformative-technology-gallu Follow us on... Instagram: https://instagram.com/betheiceberg Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeTheIceberg Email: icebergmountainpodcast@gmail.com Where you can find Shaun Kirkwood: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaunykmakes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/shaunyk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShaunKirkwood Where you can find David Lee: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidleeedtech/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidleeedtech YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidLeeEdTech