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Ep. 347 - Getting Creative with Tech Dec 13, 2022

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Jen Leban is back on the podcast today to share her thoughts on technology, creativity, and why teachers don't need to be scared when it comes to learning new tech! Listen as she and Tim discuss the state of social media and how we make connections there, Google Draw and other free tools, and Jen's upcoming presentations at the NOW Conference in January.

Resources and Links

Follow Jen on Twitter
Listen to one of Jen's previous podcast appearances
Find all you need to know about the NOW Conference
Fill out the form Tim mentioned about Joy in Teaching

Ep. 346 - What Do You Want From Your Art Teacher Community? Dec 06, 2022

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Tim talks today about the various art teacher communities that we take part in, and what each of these different communities can offer us. Listen as he discusses finding connections both in-person and online, how those connections can help our teaching, and what an ideal art teaching community might look like.

Resources and Links

Fill out the form Tim mentioned about Joy in Teaching
Finding Your Art Teacher Community
The Importance of Professional Connections

Ep. 345 - Building a Bottle Jack Press Nov 29, 2022

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Josh Chrosniak returns to the show today to discuss how he built a printmaking press in his classroom. Using an automotive bottle jack, and following videos, resources, and instructions, he created a machine that can be used for a variety of printmaking processes. In this episode, he tells Tim how it was built, everything he uses it for, and encourages teachers to build one themselves.

Resources and Links

Read Josh's article about building the Bottle Jack Press
See the plans and the video for building a press
Listen to Josh's last appearance on the podcast
Check out the Elementary Printmaking PRO Pack

Ep. 344 - Diving Into AOEU Graduate Courses Nov 22, 2022

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With a nod to both procrastinators and those already planning ahead to their New Year's resolutions, Tim invites a couple of guests on to discuss AOEU's graduate courses. Jennifer Borel and Juana Meneses—both advisors and instructors for AOEU—join Tim to discuss their experiences with recent studio courses. Listen as they discuss how to be present, how to let go of perfectionism, and how a grad course can help both your teaching and your personal artistic practice.

Resources and Links

Listen to Juana's last episode on Rediscovering Your Artistic Identity
Learn more about Studio: Fibers
Learn more about Studio: Painting—Watercolor
See all of AOEU's Graduate Courses

Ep. 343 - Living Into Gratitude Nov 15, 2022

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After last week's episode on wellness, Tim extends the conversation this week as Chelsea Fleming joins the show to talk about how we can live into gratitude. Listen as Tim and Chelsea discuss their shared disdain for gratitude journals, the importance of reflection, and why we should try to show appreciation and kindness to ourselves.

Resources and Links

Listen to Chelsea's last appearance on the podcast
How to Take Care of Yourself and Avoid Burnout
Read more about Susan Cain's Bittersweet
Learn about Michael Bungay Stainer

Ep. 342 - Exploring Ideas for Wellness Nov 08, 2022

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Jess Madenford joins Tim today to explore ideas for wellness that can help art teachers everywhere. Jess is a current art teacher and former AOEU writer who is interested in health and how the idea of focusing on wellness can help all of us. Listen as she and Tim discuss some of her best tips to avoid burnout, why we should focus on a growth mindset, and how we can organize our time and energy.

Resources and Links

Listen to Jess's podcasts on Mindfulness and Morning Routines
How to Take Care of Yourself and Avoid Burnout
Read all of Jess's AOEU Articles

Ep. 341 - Eerie Artists for Spooky Season Nov 01, 2022

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The day after Halloween, AOEU writer Josh Chrosniak makes his first appearance on the podcast to talk about his article on his favorite eerie artists. He and Tim discuss a plethora of artists, including Lee Krasner, Ivan Albright, Goya, and van Gogh. Listen as they chat about why eerie artwork appeals to us, how it can inspire us, and how to appropriately share those artworks with our students.

Resources and Links

Read Josh's Article on Eerie Artists
Learn more about The Picture of Dorian Gray
Check out Lee Krasner's Umber Paintings
View the work of Henry Fuseli

Ep. 340 - Art Teacher Horror Stories Oct 25, 2022

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Tim asked for teachers to share some horror stories from their time in the classroom, and the submissions did not disappoint! Some of the most hilariously awful stories you can imagine are being shared, and Amanda Heyn is here with Tim to react to everything teachers have been through. Listen as they discuss horror stories: some gross, some scary, and some unbelievable!

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Ep. 339 - What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Professionalism? Oct 18, 2022

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In the sixth of an ongoing series of podcasts for new teachers, Janet Taylor joins Tim to discuss what new teachers need to know about what it takes to be a professional art teacher. Listen as they cover everything from how to dress to what to do during staff meetings, as well as collaboration, communication, and whether it's worth it to dive into the world of social media.

Resources and Links

Follow Janet on Instagram
What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Curriculum?
What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Classroom Management?
See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers
See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

Ep. 338 - What Are Your Goals for the Year? Oct 11, 2022

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No matter how you are feeling about this school year—whether you are apprehensive or you are excited about being back—setting goals for yourself can be a meaningful exercise that can help your teaching. Listen as Tim talks about finding worthwhile goals, seeing how you can grow in your teaching practice, and how the pursuit of those goals can help you at every step along the way.

Resources and Links

3 Ways to Set Goals for Your Own Career
6 PD Goals for the New Year
Use the form to submit your Art Teacher Horror Story!

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