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🎓 The Rise and Fall of TakeLessons: Microsoft’s Foray into EdTech
Introduction In the dynamic world of educational technology, few stories are as compelling as that of TakeLessons—a platform that once bridged the gap between eager learners and passionate instructors. Founded in 2007 in San Diego, TakeLessons offered both online and in-person lessons across various subjects, from music and languages to academic tutoring and professional skills.…
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Music in Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece Music in ancient Greece was taught as early at the 4th century BCE using similar approaches found in modern day music education including the study of music theory and its relation to mathematics. The importance of an education in music has been documented in ancient Cretan texts. Many aspects of music were studied…
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Music in Minnesota Schools
K-12 Music Education Minnesota schools have an arts requirement in their curriculum that starts developing children’s musical knowledge at a very early age. When a student is in 1st grade, she will already be introduced to various musical instruments in music class. At the primary level, a student will learn basic skills for performing, creating,…
