Registration for 2026 – 2027 online PD sessions is now open!
MMEA Online PD are one hour online sessions on a variety of topics. Offered via Zoom, MMEA Online PD sessions are one hour in length and cover a variety of topics. 1 SCECH is available for each session. Registration cost is $5.00 for MMEA members, $10.00 for non-members. All sessions are free for any college or university student. Zoom links will be emailed to attendees prior to each event. Register for all 7 sessions and receive one free session! Use code ALL7 to apply this discount.
Students: you have free registration for these sessions! Register at the link below and use the code COLLEGIATE.
“Structuring a Music Lesson” with Erika Rito and Sarah Powell
Tuesday, August 18 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
Participants will gain an understanding of the best practices for structuring the contact and order for music instruction. Models for every length of time will be discussed.
“Guitar Class” with Christopher Onze
Tuesday, September 22 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
This session will cover how to best implement a guitar class at the secondary level. Pacing, techniques and repertory will be covered.
“Incorporating Pop Dance in the General Music Class” with Maggie Harrod-Burch
Tuesday, October 13 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
This session will discuss and demonstrate current dance trends and how they can be incorporated into a traditional music lesson.
“AI in Music Education” with Kady Fontaine, Ainsley Lengerich and Carin McEvoy
Wednesday, November 11 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
A panel discussion on AI use in music education.
“Student Creative Processes” with Kasey Julian
Tuesday, February 23 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
This session will discuss how to foster a creative environment for students and look at the creative processes students use when creating new works of music.
“Foley Effects as Music” with Matt Rautio
Wednesday, March 24 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
A discussion on how foley (sound effects) for movies can be used as a vehicle for musical expression. Participants will discuss how thinking about sound can lead to a greater understanding of music in general.
“Modern Band” with Chris Pike
Wednesday, April 21 7-8 pm via Zoom
Session Description
This session will discuss how to start and continue a modern band program at the secondary level. Scheduling, teaching techniques and selecting repertory will be covered.
