Changing the traditional photography curriculum to include printmaking allows for more in-class student engagement. This provides more varied artmaking experiences and recognizes that photography is a type of printmaking. It highlights how accessible and flexible printmaking is in the classroom and how it can be combined with photography.
Four museum educators share strategies for K-12 school tours. They will discuss fostering learning through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities and adapting to diverse student needs. Attendees will learn best practices, common pitfalls, and effective methods for creating meaningful museum experiences.
This session introduces a conceptual framework for conducting research at the intersection of disability and race in art education. The session will summarize research on issues affecting racialized and disabled students in art education and suggest philosophical commitments and methodological approaches for research that advances social justice for multiply marginalized students.
Using the book Grandma, Don't Forget How Much I Love You as inspiration, participants will garner information and inspiration about the importance of using art as a tool to support young learners' understanding of Alzheimer's. Attendees will hear a panel discussion, engage in active reflection, and share connections.
Preparing art teachers to teach in rural and remote areas presents various challenges, such as teacher recruitment and retention, teaching across ages and grade levels, and building reciprocal relationships with local communities. The panelists will discuss these issues while moderating interactive dialogue among all attendees for feedback and insights.
Learn how university students in a special topics class with a research component created hand-built, wheel-thrown mugs as a creative art intervention with therapeutic potential. Mixed-methods data revealed statistical significance in mood improvement and stress reduction, suggesting the benefits of art and health for personal wellness.
Embark on a transformative journey! Integrate science, art, and environmental stewardship into your curriculum. Discover how immersive experiences, collaborative learning, and creative strategies fostered a love for nature in my students. Leave empowered to cultivate the next generation of environmental stewards.
