Educator PD
20 Ways to Boost Your Creativity as a Teacher
As teachers, we often get into a rhythm, routine, and often a rut.
Project Based Learning
Project Based Learning (also known as PBL), is an approach that connects inquiry, solving real-world problems and meaningful hands-on experiences. This is a perfect opportunity to integrate the arts! But be careful - there's more to this than just fun projects. In this comprehensive area, you'll find everything you need to connect PBL and the arts with integrity. Want to learn more? Try our Project Based Learning in the Arts online class in our Accelerator membership and build a PBL lesson while getting 25 PD hours.
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7 Teacher Mantras to Carry Throughout the Year
We all have times when things don’t go as we planned or hoped.
Resources
The Secret of Teacher Longevity
Every teacher faces a time when they begin to fizzle out but if you follow these simple suggestions, you'll remain passionate about doing what you do best!
Educator PD
Taking Arts Integration from Good to Great!
The possibilities with arts integration are endless.
Educator PD
The Most Important Resolution for Teachers
We're challenging you to a different kind of resolution.
Curriculum
Koi Fish Painting
Koi fish painting is a perfect link when integrating science, ELA, & social studies with visual art.
Classroom Management
How to Create an Environment Where Learning Never Stops
Spending time planning your learning environment - both physical and alternative - can reap huge benefits as your year progresses.
Approaches
Active Learning Environments for All!
Take a look at your classroom and ask yourself if what you see is indicative of an engaging and active learning environment for your students,
Educator PD
Kinetic Mathematical Sculptures
Flextangles and Kaleidocycles are perfect kinetic mathematical sculptures for children of all ages.
Strategies
Classroom Playlists: Bringing Learning to Life
Strategies are a great way to jump start an arts integration or STEAM lesson.
Educator PD
The Intersection of Science and Art in Photography
Both scientists and artists experiment with colors, materials and different processes.
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