January 11 - 14, 2026
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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In Tune With Trees: Using Music Composition and Technology to Connect Students with Nature

January 14, 2025
SOUTH 310B
Classroom Leaders
This proposal outlines a Canadian action research project exploring the transformative potential of using electronic popular music composition and tree relationships to foster students' connections with nature. Conducted with 27 diverse fifth and sixth grade students in autumn 2023, the research utilized GarageBand software to engage the Ontario Science and Arts curricula. This interdisciplinary approach resulted in a class music album titled "In Tune With Trees.” Students reported forming personal connections with their chosen trees and emphasized the value of integrating music composition with outdoor learning. They described the experience as calming and joyful, distinct from conventional "work." 
Note: The presenter kindly requests that attendees, if possible, bring an iPhone, iPad, or MacBook to the workshop, as we will be using GarageBand software. Five iPads will be available for group use.
Speakers
Dr. Lauren Hill, Assistant Professor - Trent University

Reg-Class

All-Access Registration Required

Session Type

Workshops (2 hrs)

Topic

Digital Tools/Apps

Level

PK-12

Curriculum Area

Performing & Visual Arts/Music

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