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Ep. 198 - Studio Art Club Jul 15, 2021

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So many teachers are looking for extra opportunities, especially during the summer. In today's episode, Nic welcomes on Amanda O'Shaughnessy to talk about her Studio Art Club and the opportunities it affords her. Listen as they discuss diving into new mediums, working with adult learners, and how Amanda is trying to find balance with everything on her plate.

Resources and Links

Follow Amanda on Instagram
See the Studio Art Club website
Learn about the upcoming NOW Conference

From the Archives: We all Have Something to Share Jul 08, 2021

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In this episode from the archives, Yaz Gate joins Nic to share her own story, including her experience teaching refugees, tapping into your joy, and helping foster creativity in your students. Yaz shares the idea that we all have the power to create, and with our creations, we all have the power to share our stories. If you want to hear more from Yaz, she will be presenting at the NOW Conference on July 29th.

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Ep. 197 - Plans for a Creative Summer Jul 01, 2021

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One of the most valuable times for us as educators is the time we have during the summer. And the break that has come this summer is so necessary for so many of us after the year of teaching we all experienced. In today's episode, Nic talks about how she is healing this summer as well as taking advantage of the opportunities that have been presented to her.

Resources and Links

Follow Arounna Khounnoraj on Instagram
Learn all about the NOW Conference
Corinne Sovey, Kate Jarvik Burch, Sarah Van Dongen
Check out Ian Fennelly and the Madeline Island School

Ep. 196 - Previewing the NOW Conference Jun 24, 2021

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The NOW Conference--coming up on July 29th--is always a great day of professional learning. In today's episode, Nic gives you a preview that comes directly from the presenters themselves. Listen as a handful of teachers from across the country tell you about the topics they are passionate about, why you should learn about them, and the best ways to take away learning from the NOW Conference next month.

Resources and Links

Follow Karen on Instagram and Twitter
See Yvonne's Instagram and Twitter accounts
Check out Matt's blog
Learn all about the NOW Conference

Ep. 195 - Your Guide for the NOW Conference Jun 17, 2021

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The NOW Conference--coming up on July 29th--is always a great day of professional learning. At times, however, it can present you with an overwhelming amount of information. That is why Nic is excited for the conference guide that is coming this summer! Listen as she discusses the guide, how to use it, and why sketchnotes are always a good idea when it's time to learn.

Resources and Links

Check out the book about sketchnotes by Mike Rohde
Sketchnoting for You and Your Classroom
Learn all about the NOW Conference

Ep. 194 - How a Seed Grows Jun 10, 2021

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Social media can play a powerful role in the way we connect and collaborate as art teachers, allowing us to share ideas, build them out, and make them our own. In today's episode, Nic discusses how ideas can develop, how we influence each other, and how we learn from what other teachers post. Listen as Nic tells the story of how a single lesson has spread, with the help of Poppy Phillips and Shana Gutterman.

Resources and Links

Read Poppy's Facebook post
Follow Shana on Twitter and Instagram
Check out the art of Charles McGee

Ep. 193 - Why we Need SEL Right Now Jun 03, 2021

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In today's episode, Nic welcomes on Jonathan Juravich. Jonathan is an elementary art teacher from Columbus, Ohio, and the host of AOEU's newest podcast, The Art of SEL. Listen as they discuss the role of social and emotional learning in the art room, the importance of SEL concepts, and how they play into Jonathan's discussions on the new podcast.

Resources and Links

How do you Teach Empathy?--view Jonathan's TED Talk
Watch Jonathan on AOEU's Instagram Live
Learn more about Jonathan Juravich
Subscribe to The Art of SEL on Stitcher, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts

Ep. 192 - Teachers vs. Students May 27, 2021

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In today's episode, Nic again solicits advice from expert teachers around the country--this time on the topic of mindfulness. No matter where you are in your school year, it can be helpful to bring some calm to your classroom. Listen as Nic shares ideas and listens to ideas from a number of teachers on mindfulness practices that work well in the art room.

Resources and Links

See management topics on the AOEU website
See the Instagram post that Nic mentioned
Follow Nic on Instagram

Ep. 191 - The Mindful Art Room May 20, 2021

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In today's episode, Nic again solicits advice from expert teachers around the country--this time on the topic of mindfulness. No matter where you are in your school year, it can be helpful to bring some calm to your students and your classroom. Listen as Nic shares ideas and takes suggestions from a number of teachers on mindfulness practices that work well in the art room.

Resources and Links

See more on mindfulness from AOEU
Check out the Mind Yeti website and YouTube Channel
Arts Integration Consulting, Mindful Classrooms, and Capturing Kids' Hearts
Find Nicki and Isaac on Instagram

Ep. 190 - Catching Up With Cassie Stephens May 13, 2021

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Cassie Stephens, the former host of Everyday Art Room, returns to the show today to join Nic and catch up on everything that has been happening this school year. Listen as they talk about Cassie's new mobile classroom she developed, the book she self-published, and the support teachers need in order to be successful. And toward the end of the episode, Cassie might just share a spoiler on what's coming next for her.

Resources and Links

Find Cassie on Instagram
View Cassie's Facebook page
See the Prang mobile classroom
Read Cassie's blog and find out more about her book

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