K12ArtChat the Podcast

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Episode 109 – Coffee with Karl: Being an Art Historian and Curator Jan 12, 2023

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Introducing a new series focusing on Art History with Davis’s very own Image Curator and Art Historian – Karl Cole! In this episode, The Creativity Department and Karl discuss his unique career as Curator and Art Historian for Davis. Hear about what led him to art education and gather information you can use to introduce this interesting career to students.

Episode 108 – Bryan Benedict – Designing Hot Wheels Jan 05, 2023

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The Design Lead for Hot Wheels and Matchbox diecast – Bryan Benedict joins the Creativity department in this episode! He talks about his work at Hot Wheels and Mattel, as well as the process of designing toy cars, the interesting people he gets to work with, and what steps students would have to take to get started in a design career. Listen in to hear more!

Episode 107 – A Black Male Perspective in Art Education Dec 22, 2022

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In this episode, Art Educator, Bill Rembert joins the Creativity Department for a conversation about the Black male perspective in Art Education. Particularly the lack of Black male representation (and male overall) in the field. Listen in as he shares his personal experiences, his feelings on the lack of male mentorship within schools, and ways of advocating for programs that would fill those gaps.

Episode 106 – Daryl Thompson – Drawing Dream Cars in Reality Dec 15, 2022

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In this episode The Creativity Department is joined by artist Daryl Thompson. Daryl combines his love of drawing and cars to make highly detailed artwork as an automotive illustrator and is collaborating with the Toyota Dream Car USA Contest to help bring children’s imagination to life! Listen in for ways to inspire students that are passionate about technology and design. Discover a plethora of resources to dive into and share with students.

Episode 105 – Connected Arts Networks (CAN) – Professional Learning Communities Part 2 Dec 08, 2022

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In this episode The Creativity Department and co-host Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz continue the Professional Learning Community (PLC) discussion with two new Connected Arts Networks (CAN)guests. They are joined by Amber Arnold and Tina Barone to discuss the challenges of building a PLC and how having a supportive community can change the course of your teaching practice. Get inspired to join a PLC or even start your own with the stories and resources shared in this episode!

Episode 104 – Introducing Connected Arts Networks (CAN) – Professional Learning Communities Part 1 Dec 01, 2022

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Announcing a new 8-part series brought to you in partnership with the NAEA Connected Arts Networks (CAN)! In this series, The Creativity Department will be joined by co-host Dr. Mi'Jan Celie Tho-Biaz. Together they will dive deeply into topics such as ED&I, SEL, and Leadership with CAN teachers and leaders! Enjoy this first conversation with Kim Hoj, Dance and Career Technical Education Teacher, and Jared Cassedy, Performing Arts Coordinator and Conductor of the Lexington High School Wind Ensemble about the importance of PLCs (Professional Learning Communities).

Episode 103 – Rebecca Hare – Art of Design: Planning for Creativity Nov 17, 2022

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Rebecca Hare, co-author of The Space: A Guide for Educators and Adobe’s Education Community Manager, joins The Creativity Department in this episode to talk about taking creative risks in teaching, building creative capacity in students, and making space for creativity in the art room. Listen in as Rebecca, Laura and Matt share their personal stories about risk taking and learn how making a plan for creativity can empower students and inspire educators.

Episode 102 – Carole Drummond-Johnson – Incorporating STEM in the Art Room Nov 10, 2022

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Elementary educator Carole Drummond-Johnson joins The Creativity Department and asks us to consider “if we are truly about the business of teaching 21-century skills, shouldn’t art & design be integrated with science, technology, engineering and math?” It’s every educators’ goal to reach all learners. Integrating STEM themes into your lessons could be the key to immersing all students in art! Listen in to learn more.

Episode 101 - 100th Episode Celebration! - Part 2 Nov 03, 2022

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The Creativity Department continues their 100th Episode celebration with author and educator, Tim Needles. Tim was the very first podcast guest and is a consistent contributor in the #K12ArtChat Twitter chat. Who better to discuss all that has changed in Art Education over the past 8 years? Listen in as they discuss everything from technology integration in the art room to social emotional learning and the difficulties of hybrid learning.

Episode 100 - 100th Episode Celebration! - Part 1 Oct 27, 2022

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It’s the 100th Episode! We couldn’t have done it without your support and our lovely guests! Join Matt and Laura as they commemorate #K12ArtChat the Podcast’s 100th episode and 8-year podcasting anniversary. Listen in and share the celebration as they reflect on the guests and topics they’ve had over the past 2 years, as well as their favorite happy teacher moments. Here’s to another 100 episodes!

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