As an instructional designer, I had the opportunity to work as a consultant for Berklee College of Music and lead a training workshop for over 30 music educators. These educators were musicians who taught after-school music programs for aspiring musicians in Boston inner-city schools. My goal was to equip them with the skills and knowledge they needed to be effective teachers and mentors to their students.

To create the training, I worked closely with a subject matter expert to perform a needs analysis. We identified the areas where the educators needed the most support, including music theory, pedagogy, and classroom management. Based on these findings, I developed a comprehensive training plan that would help the educators meet the needs of their students.

The training workshop was a success, with over 30 educators in attendance. We covered a wide range of topics, including music theory, ear training, and improvisation. We also discussed effective teaching strategies and techniques for engaging students in the classroom.

One of the key components of the workshop was the formation of a Community of Practice for the educators. This community would provide ongoing support and collaboration, allowing the educators to share resources, ideas, and best practices with each other. We discussed the benefits of this approach and provided guidance on how to form and sustain a successful Community of Practice.

Overall, it was a rewarding experience to work with these passionate educators and support their efforts to inspire the next generation of musicians. The training workshop and Community of Practice were important steps towards achieving this goal, and I am proud to have played a role in their development.