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From the Archives: Self-Care for the Art Teacher Jun 01, 2021

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In this episode from November 2019, Tim is joined by Elizabeth Peterson from The Inspired Classroom to talk about self-care for the art teacher. After the year we have all had, the ideas they discuss are as relevant as ever. Listen as they talk about why we need to take stock of the stress in our life, strategies for self-care, and ideas that work for creative people.

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The download Elizabeth mentioned can be found here
The Inspired Classroom
Art Therapy for Art Teachers
8 Things to Do When Teaching Takes a Toll on You
Why Your Mental Health is the Most Important Thing

Ep. 268 - Finals in the Art Room May 25, 2021

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After last week's conversation on ending the year with favorite teacher portraits, Tim shares some ideas on how to create a meaningful artmaking project within the constraints of a finals schedule. Listen as he discusses how to work with themes on a final, everything involved in the planning process, and how students can find success with an end-of-year assessment.

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Read Tim's article on using final exam time for artmaking
Listen to previous episodes: Lindsey Moss, Eric Scott, and Jessica Provow
Check out The Art of SEL podcast from AOEU

Ep. 267 - Favorite Teacher Portraits May 18, 2021

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If you are looking for a good way to wrap up your school year, why not consider a favorite teacher portrait project? In today's episode, Jessica Provow joins Tim to talk about her final project for her students that is both meaningful and challenging, and also shows appreciation for staff members throughout the school. Listen as they discuss sketchbook work and project planning, showing teachers appreciation, and how students can leave a legacy at their school.

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Follow Jessica on Twitter
Read more about the portrait project
Check out The Art of SEL podcast from AOEU

Ep. 266 - Visual Journaling, Artmaking, and Creativity May 11, 2021

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In today's episode, Eric Scott joins Tim for a long conversation on visual journaling, artmaking, and creativity. They discuss Eric's art practice, how things have changed for him during the pandemic, and why Tim maybe needs to give glue sticks another look. Stay until the end of the episode to listen to the trailer for AOEU's newest podcast, The Art of SEL, which debuts next week.

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Visit Eric's website
Find Eric on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
View Eric's livestreams on YouTube
Check out The Art of SEL podcast from AOEU

Ep. 265 - Working With Difficult Topics May 04, 2021

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As students continue to process and work through a difficult year, we should find ways to promote students' exploration of emotions, feelings, and personal experiences through their art. In today's episode, Janani Nathan joins Tim to discuss how she helps students create more authentic and meaningful work, including how she navigates difficult topics and guides hard conversations in the art room.

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Ep. 264 - Innovation Through Design Apr 27, 2021

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Today's episode takes a look at AOEU's newest graduate course, Innovation Through Design. Abby Schukei returns to the show to discuss the development of new course with Tim. Listen as they cover a variety of topics, including how AOEU develops their courses, the importance of creativity in everything that we do, and the difference between creativity and innovation.

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Follow Abby on Twitter and Instagram
Take a look at Innovation Through Design
See all of AOEU's Graduate Courses
Read about George Land's Creativity Test

Ep. 263 - A Conference to Inspire Students Apr 20, 2021

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We always value the connections we make as teachers--our PLCs, our PLNs, and our collaborations with artists and community members. And now it's time to give our students some of those same opportunities! In today's episode, Lena Rodriguez joins Tim to discuss The Palette, a conference she is helping produce for student artists across the country. Listen as she shares the reasons behind the development of the conference, the opportunities available for students, and why students need to connect with each other.

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Follow Lena on Twitter and Instagram
Check out The Palette Conference for Students
See all of AOEU's Graduate Courses
View the work of Riley Holloway

Ep. 262 - Drive-Thru Art Show Apr 13, 2021

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We have heard about so many unique and creative ways that art teachers are putting together their spring art shows--so why not a socially distant drive-thru art show? In today's episode, Lindsey Moss joins Tim to share her ideas for a collaborative, community-based art show that involves all of her students while keeping everyone safe from beginning to end.

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Ep. 261 - Celebrating AOEU's 10th Anniversary Apr 06, 2021

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As AOEU continues to celebrate its 10th anniversary, Tim invites Amanda Heyn back to the show to reminisce and share some of their best stories. Listen as they talk about how art teaching and the art teacher community has changed in the past 10 years, tell some behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of AOEU, and discuss where AOEU may be going in the future!

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Ep. 260 - Creating a Tiny Gallery Mar 30, 2021

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Tiny galleries are a spectacular way to bring art to more people, making small galleries and small work available and accessible. But what does it take to create a tiny gallery? In today's episode, Catie Nasser talks to Tim about her adventures with a tiny gallery, from the original idea to the building process to the upcoming opening, and everything in between.

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Follow Catie on Instagram
Also follow the Melrose Tiny Gallery
Listen to the 'Tiny Art Show' podcast episode
How Tiny Art Can Lead to Big Awareness

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