Ilocos Norte Seminar-Workshop on Natural Heritage and Music
On February 24, 2024, I was thrilled to conduct an engaging seminar-workshop for teachers from Ilocos Norte, focused on my advocacy for cultural relevance in education. Held in Laoag City, the p...
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Statement on Diversity, Inclusion and Equity
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I emphasize the belief that everyone is born musical and focus on providing diverse interventions for students in their formative years. I advocate for all students to take basic music classes to develop essen...
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I'm passionate about music education, shaped profoundly by my Filipino upbringing and diverse teaching journey. I believe in evaluating conventional methods and emphasizing the importance of aligning pedagogy with the rich tapestry of student cultures. Inspire...
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A Music Educator’s Venture into Fieldwork Research
Zoltán Kodály’s Influence as a Scholar
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22nd International Kodály SymposiumKeynote Address delivered by Dr. Miriam B. FactoraAugust 6, 2015 | Edinburgh, Scotland
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Keynote Speech Presented by Miriam B. Factora, Ph.D.18th International Kodály SymposiumAugust 3-10, 2007 | Columbus, Ohio, USA
At my keynote address during the 18th International Kodály Society Symposium in Columbus, Ohio (U.S.A.) on August 3-10, 2007, I shared insights gained from my exten...
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Presented by Dr. Miriam B. Factora International Kodály Society Symposium August 13-20, 2005 | Leicestershire, England
I had the privilege of presenting at the 17th International Kodály Society Symposium in Leicestershire, England from August 13-20, 2005. This presentation showcased my doct...
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