“Our nation is in peril. Social justice and “woke”ness threaten the foundation upon which the United States was founded and currently exists. Critical thinking and moral reasoning must never be abandoned. Instead, these must be taught, modeled, and rewarded, seamlessly woven into teaching and learning. “Right” and “wrong” are fleeing concepts, as are common decency and civility. Young people who have a solid foundation and who know how to accurately “read” media and recognize social cues, will be at a much greater advantage compared to those who cannot and will not. ”
“Adolescence is a pivotal stage of development, and in particular brain development. Brain development and behavior are stitched together. Personal values, coping strategies, and communication norms are acquired and practiced during adolescence. Critical thinking, combined with a commitment to
keep learning are basic requirements in the post-Covid era. The key question here is does health, hope, and healing still matter. Or, are we vacating these aspirations in exchange for a reality that lacks any light at all.”
“Music and media are integral to the formation of young people’s values about life, and the INIME’s potential to influence the attitudes, beliefs, and choices that manifest as a life of dis-ease or with ease. ”
MusicsEnergy: Life Literacy Curriculum (ME: LLC)
Facilitates a heightened appreciation for music and a deeper examination of media.
Prompts critical thinking and self-reflection about themes and messages presented across all media and represented via programming by the INIME [i.e., Information and News Industry, and Media Entertainment].
Is a leaner-centered, culturally-relevant, culturally-responsive approach to teaching, learning, enrichment, and therapeutic edutainment.
Evidence-based approach to engaging young people in pro-social discussions about music and media’s role in their lives.
Informed by working with young people in school and community settings.
Provides a lens through we examine the connections between:
The arts and sciences
Culture and societies
The mind and brain
The body and behavior
7. Consists of three courses:
MusicsEnergy: Messages in Music™
MusicsEnergy: Reducing Dis-ease in America™
MusicsEnergy: Songwriting with Young People™
9. Comprised of products:
A tool to access custom lesson plans and discussion prompts; and
Platforms and forums to engage audiences.
10. Consulting Services:
Training/Professional Development
Technical assistance
Monitoring and supervision
11. Addresses state-adopted and national standards in five academic area: [Contact for more information]:
12. Promotes a growth mindset, specifically:
Self-awareness/personal reflection
Emotional regulation/stress reduction
Assessment [assessing the situation i.e., of dilemmas, invitations, opportunities, problems]
Communication
Resolving conflicts
Decision making
Problem solving
13. Assesses progress in seven (n=7) key areas.
Collaboration
Communication [i.e., verbal and written]
Creative Expression
Critical Analysis [i.e., critical viewing and critical listening]
Information-Seeking/Research
Notetaking
Reading Comprehension/Vocabulary
14. Engages young people in:
Critical thinking
Self-reflection
Creative, self-expression
15. Assess Five Competencies:
Cognitive
Behavioral
Emotional
Moral
Social
16. Outcomes [Contact for more information]:
17. Address four areas of human development:
Identity
Values
Coping
Communication
18. Fosters and Rewards:
Critical thinking
Curiosity
Optimism
Grit
Resilience
A love for learning
Self-expression through self reflection