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Every art teacher has been there–stuck in a professional development meeting that does not apply to them. When I was in the classroom, I personally attended plenty of sessions about the latest math programs, the newest science curriculums, and freshest literacy strategies. While I always tried my best to take something noteworthy back to my […] The post Why Professional Development Really Matters appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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The experience of throwing on the wheel is often a scary, exciting, and memorable experience for students. However, not all classrooms are equipped for a class set of throwing wheels. Even if your classroom can only support one, two, or three throwing wheels, consider this a gift! But, with the lack of equipment, a challenge […] The post 6 Tips to Get Your Students Throwing on the Wheel with Success appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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If youve been teaching for years, then you know how new trends in education and initiatives ebb and flow. This leaves us wondering, why stray from our tried-and-true approaches when it seems so successful Its so much easier to stick within our comfort zone, especially when we are spread thin between expectations from our administration […] The post Top 5 Myths to Teaching a Choice Curriculum appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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The traditional K-12 art education curriculum is packed full of some of the greatest artists in history. You can find dozens of resources and project ideas inspired by Picasso, Van Gogh, and Monet. Artists like these certainly have earned their place in your curriculum, but its also important to share contemporary examples with your students. […] The post How to Connect Your Students to Contemporary Art appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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Large-scale collaborative projects are most definitely worth it, despite the extra planning an in-depth project may require. Your students will immediately feel a sense of ownership and pride over their school. Not to mention, the incredible art advocacy for your school that large school-wide projects can bring. Starting a large project in the middle of […] The post 4 Large-Scale Projects for the New Year appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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Artist portfolios are essential for students who plan to pursue a career in the arts. College and scholarship applications will often have a portfolio component, and as their art teacher, you can help best prepare students for this process. Each application may be different, but in general, you will want to prepare your students to […] The post 3 Ways to Help Students Create Better Artist Portfolios appeared first on The Art of Education University . ...

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