Dear Marlen,

I think that your proposal brings up some important points in relation to social-emotional learning. The central vehicle of the Restorative Circle lessons in which students can “speak their minds and heart out, share personal and academic stories, and give feedback and comment to each other,” will no doubt provide a rich learning…Read More

Hey Marlen,

Thanks for your really nice reply on my proposal. I’m glad that you found it inspiring, and I’m glad that you agree that musicians can and should incorporate Habits of Mind into their creative activities. I could talk on and on about what it’s like to play with other musicians who DON’T use these habits (either consciously or…Read More