Episode 112: Using Manipulatives to Close Learning Gaps
In Math, there is a concept called “Concrete—Representational—Abstract Progression of Learning.” When students learn numbers, they count real objects (concrete), then pictures ...
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Episode 111: Creative Practice, Self-Care, & Mindfulness
Mindfulness can enhance creativity and creative problem-solving, qualities essential to the art room. Do you practice mindfulness yourself or with your students? With the hectic school year in full sw ...
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Episode 110: Intersections of Technology & Creativity
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of resources to integrate technology into the art room, but which ones are best for students? Misty Kluesner is here to help! As a Creativity & Design Learnin ...
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Episode 109 – Coffee with Karl: Being an Art Historian and Curator
Have your students asked why studying art history is important? It helps us make sense of the past and connect it to the present, exposes us to cultural diversity, and enhances observation skills. Jus ...
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Episode 108: Designing Hot Wheels
Did you have Hot Wheels as a kid? Do your children or students collect them? How cool is it that someone’s job is to design them? That’s what Bryan Benedict thought as a kid and now he&rsq ...
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Episode 107: A Black Male Perspective in Art Education
“Research has shown that having teachers and school staff of color can help students of color succeed, but nationally only 7% of teachers are Black, and only 2% are Black men (07/2022).” A ...
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Episode 106: Drawing Dream Cars in Reality
Do you have students who are passionate about art, technology, and design? Are they interested in careers that utilize these elements? Then this episode is for you (and them)! The Creativity Departmen ...
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Episodes 104-105: Introducing Connected Arts Networks (CAN) – Professional Learning Communities
The National Art Education Association (NAEA), in partnership with the Educational Theater Association, National Association for Music Education, National Dance Education Organization, and NYC Departm ...
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Episode 103 - Art of Design: Planning for Creativity
How do you promote creative risk taking in the art room? What are the challenges around designing for creativity and making space for it? Have you taken creative risks in your career that were benefic ...
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Episode 102: Incorporating STEM in the Art Room
Integrating STEM themes into your lessons could be the key to immersing students in art! It’s our goal to reach all learners, and STEAM is a sure-fire way to appeal to students that may not be e ...
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