How to Set Up for Online Lessons
1. Download ZOOM/Skype
Why Zoom/Skype?
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They're free!
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Allow screen-sharing.The teacher and student can then write on music scores and assignments using the pen feature.
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Compatible with majority of devices and systems.
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2. Make sure you have a secure Wi-Fi connection
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The teacher will spend 15 mins designated to setting up for the online lesson (free of charge). This set up will take place days prior to the lesson.
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There might be a need to move the keyboard/piano to an area of your home that has better wi-fi.
3. Conveniently place your electronic device
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It's important for the teacher to have a full view of the student's hand and the piano keys.
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It's useful to purchase a phone/iPad tripod (available on Amazon).
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You can also be creative and place your device on a table, or chair.
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Don't worry, we will figure this out during the 15-minute setup time!
4. Materials to have during the lesson:
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The teacher will be sharing documents with the student to be printed.
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However- if there is no printer in the household, the student can temporarily use an iPad (if available) to read the weekly assignments.
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It is important for the student to have a notebook, pencil and highlighter available during the lesson for note-taking and homework assignments.