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LEARNING STRATEGIES RELATED TO RESEARCH

PERSONALIZED LEARNING is an educational approach that tailors learning around each individual student’s needs, interests, and abilities. Each student is given differentiated instruction based on their personal learning characteristics.

PEER LEARNING is the process of students learning with and from each other. This is usually facilitated through teaching and learning activities such as student-led workshops, study groups, peer-to-peer learning partnerships, and group work.

COLLABORATIVE LEARNING can occur peer-to-peer or in larger groups. Peer learning, or peer instruction, is a type of collaborative learning method that involves students working in pairs or small groups to discuss concepts or find solutions to problems. Similar to the idea that two or three heads are better than one, educational researchers have found that through peer instruction; students teach each other by addressing misunderstandings and clarifying misconceptions.

Video: Studying the right-hand position changes in a fun environment by sharing the success moment as teamwork.

WHY USE COLLABORATIVE LEARNING

Research shows that educational experiences that are active, social, contextual, engaging, and student-owned lead to deeper learning. The benefits of collaborative learning include:

Development of higher-level thinking, oral communication, self-management, and leadership skills.
Promotion of student-faculty interaction.
Increase in student retention, self-esteem, and responsibility.
Exposure to and an increase in understanding of diverse perspectives.
Preparation for real-life social and employment situations.

Reference: Center of Teaching Innovation, Cornell University

“PLAY TO EACH OTHER” WORKSHOPS FOR ALL INSTRUMENTS

A series of class sessions with many essential benefits, such as gaining confidence while playing for others, understanding the value of listening to each other, and being able to share thoughts about the music comfortably. Dr. Tem encourages his students to drive the mood of the discussions, with the goal of instilling a sense of accomplishment and pride. Popular topics include musicality, musical form, and knowledge of the composer, including brief music history. Students receive invitations to these sessions regularly. Up to two workshops per year are included as part of the Monthly Subscription Program.

Photo: From one of the “Playing to Each Other” Workshops.

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Monthly plans are intended for students who are looking to take regular lessons year around. There are no commitments; students can stop taking lessons anytime. However, Dr.Tem encourages students to stop their subscription only if they are planning to take a break for or switch to individual lessons for at least 6-months.

With the monthly plans, lessons take place every week at the same day/time whether there are 4 or 5 (or on a rare occasion 3) lessons in a month. Our teachers also take a break for 4 weeks in a year. (2 weeks during the Winter Holidays and 2 weeks during the Summer). So each student gets 48 lessons in a year which averages down to 4 lessons in a month.

Monthly plans come with a discount which equals to about 9 free lessons in a year. The weekly individual lesson plans allow rescheduling/canceling with a minimum of 24-hours notice, however, the lessons within the discounted monthly plans cannot be rescheduled. If a student misses a lesson for any reason the lesson will be forfeited. The purpose of this discount is to compensate for the inconvenience which may occur when a student misses a lesson. Our teachers may need to reschedule lessons on a rare occasion.

Monthly Program applications open between the 20th-25th of each month and automatically renew on the same day each month. The Buddy Program is designed for 2-4 students. If the minimum number of required students changes once a program starts, the program will be converted to the nearest available plan

As for payment, at the time of the first lesson, the students should expect to pay the tuition fees for the remaining of the month and for the next month if the first lesson is scheduled for after the 20th of the month.

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sathika kandikatla

00:22 23 Nov 22

Dr. Tem is very knowledgeable and has extensive experience in teaching Classical Music. Both of my sons are excited about the piano lessons with him. They don’t need additional guidance for their practice routine since the program has rewards and scores and they like to practice by themselves. Dr. Tem has techniques to help young musicians learn piano.

AMBER EMERSON

16:59 22 Nov 22

Dr. Tem is a true professional. He has a very effective approach teaching kids of all ages. My eight year old son looks forward to his weekly lessons and loves to practice at home. Highly recommend!!

Margarita Shinkarev

22:43 21 Nov 22

My 6 year old loves going to her piano lessons with Dr.Tem! I'm amazed at how much she has learned already. Dr. Tem is very professional and he keeps the lessons interesting, age appropriate, and fun. I would highly recommend lessons with Dr. Tem!

Dax Aude

22:36 27 Oct 21

Dr. Tem is a wonderful music teacher!!Our 6 year old daughter is a beginner. She is learning proper technique and to read sheet music !!She absolutely loves it and practices on her own ! :)I would highly recommend Dr. Tem, he is great with kids…. keeping them excited and motivated!!!

Cynthia

16:33 24 Oct 21

I’ve been a student of Dr. Tem’s for about 7 months now. He is a phenomenal teacher with an abundance of knowledge and understanding of music theory. In his music composition classes I’ve both learned so much about music theory and writing music and increased my understanding of playing piano. Highly recommend!

Iman's Faith

23:47 16 Oct 21

My daughter enjoys her class with Dr. Tem. He provides an excellent education in a timely manner. We’re looking forward to a successful future for my daughter’s piano skills.

Madelyn Reyes

15:21 16 Oct 21

Dr Tem is awesome, I'm currently taking writing/composition classes with him and he breaks down concepts really well. Really cool to see a teacher that uses technology in the best ways possible to teach. :)

LEARNING STRATEGIES RELATED TO RESEARCH

PERSONALIZED LEARNING is an educational approach that tailors learning around each individual student’s needs, interests, and abilities. Each student is given differentiated instruction based on their personal learning characteristics.

PEER LEARNING is the process of students learning with and from each other. This is usually facilitated through teaching and learning activities such as student-led workshops, study groups, peer-to-peer learning partnerships, and group work.

WHY USE COLLABORATIVE LEARNING

Research shows that educational experiences that are active, social, contextual, engaging, and student-owned lead to deeper learning. The benefits of collaborative learning include:

HYBRID (ONLINE-ONSITE) CLASSES

Dr. Tem’s classes are offered in a hybrid format, allowing students to join either in person or online. This format brings together students from across the country.

“PLAY TO EACH OTHER” WORKSHOPS FOR ALL INSTRUMENTS

2023 ANNUAL STUDENT RECITAL

What Makes Dr.Tem’s Lessons So Special!

How Online Lessons With Dr.Tem Are So Different!

What Do They Say About the Lessons (Recital 2019)

LEARNING STRATEGIES RELATED TO RESEARCH

PERSONALIZED LEARNING is an educational approach that tailors learning around each individual student’s needs, interests, and abilities. Each student is given differentiated instruction based on their personal learning characteristics.

PEER LEARNING is the process of students learning with and from each other. This is usually facilitated through teaching and learning activities such as student-led workshops, study groups, peer-to-peer learning partnerships, and group work.

WHY USE COLLABORATIVE LEARNING

Research shows that educational experiences that are active, social, contextual, engaging, and student-owned lead to deeper learning. The benefits of collaborative learning include:

HYBRID (ONLINE-ONSITE) CLASSES

Dr. Tem’s classes are offered in a hybrid format, allowing students to join either in person or online. This format brings together students from across the country.

“PLAY TO EACH OTHER” WORKSHOPS FOR ALL INSTRUMENTS

2023 ANNUAL STUDENT RECITAL

What Makes Dr.Tem’s Lessons So Special!

How Online Lessons With Dr.Tem Are So Different!

What Do They Say About the Lessons (Recital 2019)

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