Embedding Motor Learning into Voice Training with the Motor Learning Classification Framework
Tuesday 4th March 2025, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (London Time)
Motor learning is the process of acquiring the capability for producing skilled actions. Motor learning is a lifelong process that occurs from the moment we’re born to the end stages of our life. Just as we learn to control physical movements of our limbs and body functions, so too we learn to control our voice.
The principles of motor learning have been studied in huge depth in the field of exercise and sports science. In the last 20 years, these studies have now extended to investigate how we can facilitate and enhance learning voice skills.
This presentation will review the basic principles of motor learning, how they apply to voice training, review the evidence in published studies and how they might be applied by teachers who train vocalists across numerous contexts.
The Motor Learning Classification Framework will be reviewed in detail to provide participants with a clear conceptual outline they can use to reflect and improve their understanding of the components required for learning voice motor skills.
Participants will be also introduced to the latest tool to self-evaluate their own use of these principles in their teaching practice.
🏷️ Price £30 (UK VAT inclusive)
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Cate Madill
Associate Professor Cate Madill, PhD, BAppSc (Hons), BA (Hons) CPSP, is a speech language pathologist, university educator and researcher specialising in assessment and management of voice disorders.
Attend this course for as little as £22 as part of the Voice Professional Training CPD Award Scheme.
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