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Episode 39 - Making A More Vibrant & Peaceful Community - 29 Pieces & The American Love Project Jul 29, 2021

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In this episode, The Creativity Department is joined by Karen Blessen, founder of 29 Pieces and creator of The American Love Project. Listen in as Karen and Judy Stone-Nunneley, Visual Arts Coordinator for Grand Prairie ISD in Texas and project participant, discuss The American LOVE Project. Learn about this nationwide public art project designed to illustrate the power of art to transform communities. Discover how this program works to heal and create positive social change and how you can participate.

Episode 38 - Cathy Topal - Beautiful Stuff Jul 22, 2021

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In this episode – Reggio Emilia expert and author Cathy Topal joins The Creativity Department to discuss art education in early childhood. During the conversation, Cathy shares strategies to build community, how to approach design with young children, and what she defines as an open-ended lesson.

Episode 37 - Hall Rockefeller - Teaching Gender Inclusivity Jul 15, 2021

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An insightful conversation with Hall Rockefeller, art historian and founder of Less Than Half, an online platform created to proactively address the lack of information that exists about female artists. Laura, Hall, and Matt discuss the importance of uplifting under-represented voices. During the conversation, they explore themes such as supporting female and non-binary students as artists, how to teach about intersectionality through art, and avoiding stereotypes.

Episode 36 - Kurt Klynen - Shape Your Holiday Jul 08, 2021

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In this episode, recorded earlier this year, The Creativity Department talks with Learning Experience Designer, Kurt Klynen about ways creativity can be used to shape experiences, inspire your work and those around you, and essentially get us through anything.

Episode 35 - Matt & Laura - Survival, Reflection, and Moving Forward Jul 01, 2021

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During this year of COVID, it was important to know when to disconnect and step away. In this episode Laura and Matt are going to talk just a little about what they did this year to take care of themselves. They share suggestions teachers like you offered up during the Twitter chat on June 10th and most importantly encourage you to do everything you can to shut it all off and enjoy some down time!

Episode 34 - Joe Boatfield & Kevin Hsieh - Teaching and Pride Jun 24, 2021

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During the June 17th Twitter chat Joseph Boatfield and returning guest Kevin Hsieh facilitated a conversation about LGBTQ+ inclusiveness in the art room. The chat covered inquiries about stereotypes, how to navigate the topic with administration, and how to show support for students. In this episode The Creativity Department speak candidly with Kevin and Joseph to get their own perspective on the questions they asked, as educators and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Episode 33 - Craig Yen - Content Creation & The Arts Jun 17, 2021

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This week the Creativity Department is joined by Craig Yen. Craig is an elementary classroom teacher that infuses everything he does with art. He understands the importance of creativity, creating, and making sure students have a voice and outlet to use it in his classroom. As everyone has traversed this last year, he’s made sure his students have had even more art to help them navigate the constant changes. Listen in to this week’s conversation for information, advice, resources, and ideas on how to engage students in the process of creating content around topics important to them.

Episode 32 - Carlos Cruz & Tara Rousseau - Exploring Queer Identities in the Art Room Jun 10, 2021

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In this episode the Creativity Department speaks with Carlos Cruz and Tara Rousseau from the NAEA LGBTQ+ Interest Group. During the conversation they share readily available resources that explain LGBTQ+ issues to help you understand what students need to be successful. You’ll discover inspiration, ideas, and advice on ways to connect with students, learn, grow, and be comfortable with being uncomfortable.

Episode 31 - Ryan Shin & Kevin Hsieh - Expanding Perspectives: Teaching with Contemporary Asian Art Jun 02, 2021

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In this episode, the Creativity Department talks with Dr. Ryan Shin and Dr. Kevin Hsieh, university art education professors and members of the National Art Education Association (NAEA) Asian Art and Culture Interest Group (AACIG). They share practical ideas for thoughtfully incorporating contemporary Asian artists, cultural perspectives, and authentic resources into the art curriculum. Whether you're looking to broaden representation in your lessons or introduce students to new artistic voices, this conversation offers helpful guidance, classroom-ready resources, and strategies for creating meaningful learning experiences through contemporary Asian art.

Episode 30 - Adam Saenz - Creative Writing to Increase Emotional Intelligence May 27, 2021

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The past year and a half has been tough on everyone, but art and creative expression have eased the anxiety we’re all facing. In this episode, Matt and Laura talk to guest Adam Saenz who specializes in creative writing to expand emotional intelligence and about how art can be used to address mental health.

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