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Pause and Predict Strategy
The pause and predict strategy uses that one simple action to turn any video clip into a powerful media arts thinking experience.
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The Bridge Strategy
The Bridge Strategy uses musical song structure as an analytical tool, helping students identify the turning point in any content they're studying.
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Air Dry Clay Projects
In this free video workshop, you'll learn about air dry clay projects that are super kid friendly, and easy to use in the classroom.
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Paper Sculpture Techniques
Watch this video to learn simple paper sculpture techniques like: folding, curling, twisting and scoring the paper.
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How to Boost Literacy with Music and Art
Boost literacy with these fun, engaging, and versatile ideas using the magic of music and visual art.
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Tempera Techniques
Our artist-in-residence shares the top tempera techniques you can use in any classroom.
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Exploring Viewpoints Artful Thinking Routine
Learn how to use the artful thinking routine Exploring Viewpoints to help students look at a topic through a different lens in this video workshop.
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13 Strategies for Making Thinking Visible in the Classroom
One key tool for developing and assessing 21st century skills is by making thinking visible.
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