Interactive Word Walls in Music Classrooms

Abstract

Word walls are an important element in teaching students how to describe music and use academic vocabulary in authentic ways. This article will explore what word walls are; different forms that word walls can take in the classroom; and ways to increase the interactivity of word walls to promote student learning.

Keywords

musical elements standards word wall academic vocabulary interactive

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