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Advice for teaching on Zoom/Skype (All Teachers)
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Well, I use WhatsApp and FaceTime because I find the time delay annoying on other platforms. I also find using headphones better than speakers. I start with asking the student how they are always, before I give instructions. Lockdown has really worn out a lot of people though it had to be done.
Once I give instructions, I ask what they want to do first…. Sometimes I have to use hand gestures. My camera is ALWAYS on. For children, the parents log on for them and we have a quick chat before the lesson. The most difficult for me is trying to count so the music can flow. That one is tricky because of time delay. One thing I will say is that students are always eager to chat with someone else on the other line, so that’s therapeutic.
I hope this is helpful….
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Hi Nina,
I’ve been using Mooz for over a year now and I would definitely recommend it — it’s the best platform I’ve tried for online lessons. I’m actually collaborating with the company to help promote the app to new teachers because it really is worth it.
Mooz has some unique features that make teaching online much easier, especially for singing: it has a built-in player, metronome and piano, and you can connect up to 5 cameras at once to show different angles. For students, it’s free, and teachers pay a subscription that can be monthly or yearly.
With Mooz, you don’t need to change any Zoom settings, the platform is designed so that your students can hear you clearly, even if they’re singing along with a backing track, and you’ll be able to hear them perfectly.
It really makes online lessons feel more natural and interactive.
Best,
Carlos
mooz.pro
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