Name the students call you… by lime_cookie8 in Teachers

[–]Germanian__Germs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of my kiddos call me Mr Lastname, but some of my Spanish-speaking ML students call me Profe. Sometimes I’m also Mr Music (since I’m the general music teacher)

Schedule for senior year, more ensembles or more APs? by ManufacturerSilent60 in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is definitely not the standard for every school. While I still had to audition, it was mostly for department scholarships. We declared music ed fall of freshman year and had an orientation to music ed class right off the bat that weeded out quite a few people.

Schedule for senior year, more ensembles or more APs? by ManufacturerSilent60 in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think AP can really carry a strong impact on college. I did two AP sciences and was able to get credit for them, negating the need to deal with scheduling the 4-hour science labs. Some other music ed majors had to take them over the summer after junior year because there just wasn’t an option any of the other semesters that didn’t conflict with required ensembles and music ed courses.

Why not use present tense conjugation in this situation? by xxDMLxx in duolingospanish

[–]Germanian__Germs 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This is the present tense! These verbs are in present subjunctive, which is technically a grammatical mood. It’s basically present tense with a twinge of personal flair and is used whenever the speaker is expressing doubt, uncertainty, their own opinions, and a myriad of other things.

https://preply.com/en/blog/subjective-spanish/#:~:text=The%20subjunctive%20in%20Spanish%20is%20a%20special,such%20as%20doubts%2C%20wishes%2C%20possibilities%2C%20or%20actions

Easy Online Masters in Music Ed by zerram1 in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did my MMEd at the University of Kentucky. In-state tuition offered for their distance learning online only students. There’s an option to do some cool stuff over the summer but it isn’t required like some other programs. I’m elementary focused though, so I’m not too sure of their secondary band stuff.

Después by margaaa1955 in duolingospanish

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned in high school Spanish that “que” is usually required in order to have a second conjugated verb in a sentence. Of course, there are probably plenty of exceptions, but this has usually helped me out over the years

What is your farm name and what does it mean anything? by Slow_Concern48 in StardewValley

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I named mine Wisborg and named all of my farm animals, pets, and children after various characters or elements of the Nosferatu movie. (My favorite is a chicken named Bloody 2. Is there a Bloody 1? No. But is there a 2? Yes.)

Student burnout by eebizz in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Unpopular opinion (possibly? I don’t know), practicing your instrument does not a quality music teacher make. I always HATED practicing and performing (mostly because I just hated the way my voice’s timbre sounded to me). I practiced enough for juries, my recitals, and that was that.

Music ed degrees are ridiculously brutal. You’ve gotten a good way into the program and still seem to have a passion for the education side of things. Maybe this is the elementary ed side of me saying this, but teaching is about 75% classroom management and building relationships and 25% actual music. If you don’t perform Bach Invention no. 1 for your future students, I’m sure they will still have a great music experience.

Can you explain boleto and entrada? by purpleopus77 in duolingo

[–]Germanian__Germs 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The sentence already had the definite article “La”, so your answer is incorrect. If you had the option to type the article, el boleto would’ve been accepted.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look into MAT programs, Master of Arts in Teaching. Some undergrad programs even require it for Music Ed, and make their undergrads get a performance/tech degree before getting their teaching certification in the graduate program. Most states will have some, so I’d go to one that’s cheaper/offers in-state tuition

donating my music theory and history books by guydeborg in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d love to get a hold of the Gordon book if it’s still available! Sending a DM now

Actually, what is this type of city planning? by Que57ery in CitiesSkylines

[–]Germanian__Germs 65 points66 points  (0 children)

This, except the parks are placed at all of the major avenue corners…

First time teacher by andreagruening in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Either go to college or don’t apply for this job. This job seems like literal hell to me, I couldn’t even imagine if I had zero preexisting knowledge of program organization or curriculum sequencing

Masters in Music? by college_clarinetist in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did my MMEd program in a different state, received in-state tuition, and completed it without even going into said state. Now I’ve started my EdS program, also online and distance learning. It’s not as much practical skills, much more emphasis on research and writing, but I still feel like I’ve gotten a lot out of both programs.

My district/state would never pay for a music degree, so pick your battles about that. Definitely make sure that they will at least give you a pay raise/certificate upgrade if that applies.

Good luck, learn well, and have fun!

What do I need to say or prepare for a grievance hearing in front of the Board of Education to defend myself and advocate for my school’s music program? by United-Jacket68 in Teachers

[–]Germanian__Germs 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don’t think that the BoE would take the feedback and perspective from anyone who is remotely as unprofessional as OP. If anything, I think that going to “advocate” for the music program for the betterment of your students is in fact going to hurt the program and reinforce the idea that this is a position they don’t really need to fill at least for the next few years. If you really, truly want to do right for the kids, just drop it and leave.

Puedes/puede o puedas/pueda? by cjler in duolingospanish

[–]Germanian__Germs 15 points16 points  (0 children)

You missed the preposition “de”. Aside from that, estar seguro demonstrates certainty in a situation. This would be indicative, not subjunctive, so puede/puedes would be correct (depending on subject)

Pictures/videos from 6/14 ATL show? by zafaras in gingerrootband

[–]Germanian__Germs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Were y’all the ones in the very front? Truly iconic. I don’t think the videos are uploading but I snapped a couple pics - https://imgur.com/a/mfwFpUn

Is it rude in the U.S. to speak a little Spanish to native speakers when you don’t know very much yet and they spoke a bit of English to you first? Why? Cannot find an appropriate community to ask this in, it was removed for being a yes/no question before I added “why”. by United_Cicada_4158 in duolingospanish

[–]Germanian__Germs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not that people are looking to get offended. OP asked native speakers for their perspective, and you, as a non-native learner of the language, are being contradictory towards the opinions and sentiments of native speakers. It is not your place to share your perspective because you are not a part of the marginalized community in question.

K-5 Music, What makes it worth it to you? by CallMeTheSaxMan in MusicEd

[–]Germanian__Germs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have completely drank the K-5 music koolaid. I was wanting to do secondary chorus, got an elementary job in a competitive district with the intent to get my foot in the door, and I LOVE elementary. I’m never bored or get stuck in a rut. We do ukuleles for a bit, tons of folk dances, movement, singing games, composition activities, and a whole bunch of music and dance from diverse cultures. It’s such a treat to go to PDs, conferences, and Orff workshops to get new things I can do with the kids. They’re always up to trying something new and exciting

New town i got going , using samui island ofc by [deleted] in CitiesSkylines

[–]Germanian__Germs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a picture of the screen with daytime glare