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Ep. 307 - Simple One-Day Lessons Mar 08, 2022

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Though we may be feeling optimistic that things will eventually be getting closer to normal in our classrooms, we still need to get through the rest of a difficult year. In today's episode, Tim shares some ideas for simple one-day lessons that can fill the inevitable gaps when needed. Listen as he talks about how quick lessons can engage students, how you can make those lessons worthwhile, and why it's okay to step back and take a breath every once in a while.

Resources and Links

7 Lessons For When You're In A Pinch
Read more about art challenges
Jennifer Sell's post on water droplets
Check out the Creating Art Outside PRO Pack

Ep. 306 - Arts Madness with Kyle Wood Mar 01, 2022

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Following last week's discussion on engagement strategies, Tim is back to share a unique way to get kids excited about art—Arts Madness! Kyle Wood comes on the episode to talk about how he is gamifying his classroom, how Arts Madness gets kids involved and thinking critically about art history, and why teachers at every level should participate in the event.

Resources and Links

View the Arts Madness bracket
Check out the Who Arted? podcast
Listen to Tim's episode with Kyle about Christo and Jeanne-Claude
Find Kyle on Twitter

Ep. 305 - Strategies for Student Engagement Feb 22, 2022

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Engagement is an ongoing challenge, as we are always trying to find ways to get students involved and excited about what is happening in the art room. In today's epsidoe, Tim talks to AOEU's Chelsea Fleming about why engagement is so important and how we can get kids to participate actively in what we do. Listen as they discuss the different levels of engagement, ideas on how to structure classes, and how involvement can foster a sense of community in the art room.

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Ep. 304 - What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Classroom Management? Feb 15, 2022

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In the second of an ongoing series of podcasts for new teachers, Janet Taylor and Lindsey Moss both join Tim to answer new teachers' questions about classroom management for every level. Listen as they discuss the idea that student behavior is a form of communication, how you can structure your class time to help with management, and why being proactive can be such a game-changer.

Resources and Links

What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Curriculum?
See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers
See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

Ep. 303 - Learning with Procreate Feb 08, 2022

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Fresh off the buzz generated by the NOW Conference, this episode tries to answer some of the questions generated about Procreate over the weekend. Tim welcomes Lauren Yates-Jones, learning director at Savage Interactive, to discuss the Procreate app. Listen as they explore ideas for using Procreate in the classroom, how digital artmaking can supplement your curriculum, and the value of the idea that art is for everyone.

Resources and Links

Check out the Learn with Procreate site and the Procreate handbook
Visit the Procreate Twitter community
You can reach out to the Procreate education team at education@procreate.art
Lisa Bardot's Procreate for Beginners tutorial

Ep. 302 - Winter 2022 NOW Conference Preview Feb 01, 2022

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The Winter NOW Conference is finally here this weekend! Amanda Heyn joins Tim today to talk about their preparation for the big day, their excitement about the conference, and how teachers can make the most of their professional learning on Saturday and beyond.

Join us at the NOW Conference on February 5th, where we will share a great day of PD about teaching art, creativity, and how we can all find some much-needed rest.

Resources and Links

Learn all about the upcoming NOW Conference
Listen to Tim's interview with NOW presenter Alanna Wilcox
Take a look at the Shoebill Stork

From the Archives: Encaustics Made Easy Jan 25, 2022

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After a quick word about next week's NOW Conference, Tim pulls an interview from the archives with Lena Rodriguez. In this discussion, they dive into one of Lena's favorite mediums, and gives advice on how to get started. Listen as they talk about why kids love encaustic painting, the materials you need to get started, and even a couple lessons for when you first get going. Resources and Links

Ep. 300 - Exploring Ideas in Fiber Arts Jan 18, 2022

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In this episode, Tim is joined by artist and educator Alanna Wilcox to talk about yarn-making, dyeing, and all things fiber arts. Alanna will be presenting at the upcoming NOW Conference on February 5th, sharing how to bring more fibers ideas into your curriculum. Listen today as she previews that talk, as well as shares ideas for beginners and advanced artists, working within a budget, and the joys of tactile experiences.

Resources and Links

View Alanna's website, including her books and workshops
Follow Alanna on Instagram
Register for the NOW Conference
New Ideas for Fibers, Sculpture, and Metals

Ep. 299 - What Do New Teachers Need To Know About Curriculum? Jan 11, 2022

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In the first of an upcoming series of podcasts for new teachers, Janet Taylor joins Tim to answer questions about lesson planning and curriculum. Listen as they discuss your priorities when planning, the importance of the national standards, and foolproof lessons that always seem to lead to student success.

Resources and Links

Creating a Curriculum That Works for You: Elementary and Secondary
Register for the NOW Conference
See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers
See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

Ep. 298 - Using Playlists in the Art Room Jan 04, 2022

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Playlists can be a great way to for students navigate through a project from beginning to end. In this episode, Lindsay Anderson joins Tim to talk about how she designs playlists and how she uses them in the art room. Listen as they discuss the plethora of ways that playlists can benefit students, how they encourage exploration, and how they can scaffold the creative process.

Resources and Links

Follow Lindsay on Twitter
Read Lindsay's blog and her post on playlists
View a playlist example shared by Lindsay

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