There are a collection of tweets showing how other teachers are using the CML here.Ĭreate a song by clicking notes into the grid. How are other teachers using the Chrome Music Lab?

One-to-one devices (1:1): students can work individually on the CML experiments.Shared devices: students can work in groups and collaborate while using the CML.Just one device: plug your laptop, Chromebook or iPad into a data projector with speakers attached so you can use the CML with your class as a group.The CML Lab will work no matter how many devices you have access to: Some of the experiments allow students to save a link to their work so they can come back and continue at a later stage, but many of them are designed to be used “on the spot”. It’s just something to be aware of and you can plan your lesson accordingly. The CML has limitations (for instance, you can’t export or download work), but I don’t think this should be seen as a negative. I love the idea of using it as a starting point for a topic – a springboard activity which is followed by the rest of your lesson or unit of work.

The experiments are:Įach experiment in the CML is super-useful for introducing or reinforcing a music/sound concept. The CML has 13 different areas to explore – known as “experiments” and each one has a different focus. It’s simple to use and its main aim is to allow visitors to explore sound and create with sound. The Chrome Music Lab (CML) – created by Google in 2016 – is a fantastic online resource for music teachers and students. What is the Chrome Music Lab? About the Chrome Music Lab

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