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The following comments are based on the concept of deep practice as described by Daniel Coyle in The Talent Code, pages1-94.

I personally find the concept of deep practice very encouraging. It helps me to understand the why behind whether I succeed or fail. It also helps me to recognize how my actions and words might be either helping or hindering my student's progress, enjoyment and success!

In what ways do you see your child "deep practicing", not just in music, but in life? Please describe what this looks like. When do they resemble Clint Eastwood?

How can we encourage deep practice in the areas we want?

For next week, please read pages 97-138. The topic is "Ignition!"

Ronaldinho Clip

So what is talent?!

Comment for pp. 1-53 from The Talent Code

The research on Myelin really "upsets the apple cart" when I think about my former definition of talent. Talent seemed to be a mysterious quality that suddenly appeared in a person. When I, or somebody else, was able to perform any sort of skill with ease, this was a "gift." For me, though, this was always rather de-motivating-- "If I don't have it, why work for it?" becomes the logical question. How does Coyle's research answer this question?

Next week's discussion forum will continue our discussion of "deep practice" through p.94 in The Talent Code

Welcome!

Welcome to the Maranatha String Prep School On-line Parent Forum!

This Spring we will be discussing The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle. Each week, I will post discussion questions for you to comment on. Underneath my post, there will be a box with the heading "Post a Comment." Type your comment in the box and then hit the "publish" button underneath for all to be able to view your post. I am looking forward to our discussion and please remember that I am always available for parent questions at the 4:40 time on Tuesdays:)

Betsy Pabon