Educator PD
How to TAKE IT UP A NOTCH with Self-Portraits
In this episode, you'll see why and how you can use self-portraits on a deeper level with students.
Professional Development
All teachers need professional development. Why not make it meaningful to your individual teaching practice? In this area, you'll find a wide variety of ways you can keep your own creative juices flowing. Be sure to dig into the subtopics for more specific PD opportunities.
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Building Musical Phrases Through Math
You don't need to reinvent the wheel to integrate the arts.
Assessment
Student Portfolios as Integrated Assessments
Integrated assessments through student portfolios, teachers can not only save time, but in many cases can also produce more valid assessment results.
Organization
Collaborative Planning Framework
The purpose of collaborative planning in arts integration is to work together across content and arts areas in order to analyze student strengths and challenges.
Assessment
Visualizing Student Growth
Just as with anything, as we work on accomplishing a goal, it is difficult to remember where we began.
Educator PD
PBL and Arts Integration at its Best
There is no doubt that PBL (Project-based Learning) is a hot topic in the world of education these days.
Organization
Arts Integration and STEAM Implementation Guide
Need some ideas for a STEAM implementation plan for your school?
Assessment
Grading Expectations
Assessing peers is usually not an easy task. Add in artwork and you'll have a lot of "deer in the headlight" looks!
Assessment
Student Reflection and ELA Growth in the Art Room
To be certain that there has been an increase in student growth, you must assess students before and after learning.
Assessment
Stepping Outside the Assessment Box
Let's take a moment to focus on three lesser-known assessments and how each can be successfully implemented in the classroom.
Resources
3 Ways to Teach 1-Point Perspective
Though many teachers grumble when perspective time comes along, the experience can be enjoyable.
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