how to offer genuine encouragement to children

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Ways to Praise: Words that Inspire, Encourage, and Motivate in Music Teaching

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Ways to Praise: Words that Inspire, Encourage, and Motivate in Music Teaching

Have you ever thought about how you give praise and offer encouraging words in your teaching? Is there a way to do this that promotes learning?

How can you use your words to foster the development of intrinsic motivation and a positive self-image in your students?

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