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How Does Calling Students Artists Impact Growth Mindset?
Is everyone an artist? For some, the clear answer is yes; everyone who makes a mark is an artist. For...
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How to Plan Your First Day at the High School Level
Do you review the syllabus, rules, and procedures on the first day of school? Many teachers do. It’s important to...
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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Teaching Art Online
If you’ve ever wondered how in the world a subject like art can be taught online, you’re not alone. I’d...
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Are You Giving Your Students Too Many Choices?
I was looking for some new clothes and decided to go to Burlington Coat Factory. I walked through the door...
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How to Use Online Quizzes for Differentiation
Did you know online quizzes can be good for more than telling you what celebrity you most resemble? Using online...
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10 Inspiring Fiber Artists You Should Know
When it comes to teaching a new medium, finding artists to share with your students can be a daunting task....
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5 Essential Tips for Managing High School Students
Do you remember your very first day of teaching? How you felt when students started walking into your classroom, and...
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A Simple Jewelry Technique With Endless Possibilities
Jump rings are easy to make and have endless possibilities in the classroom. Whether you have a class dedicated to...
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A Simple Way to Help Students Understand Aperture, Shutter Speed, and ISO
When studying photography, students need to learn aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. But, those concepts aren’t always easy to teach. Students...
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The Best Way to Help Your Students Get to Know Their Cameras
My first year teaching, I handed students a worksheet that diagrammed the camera and went over the function of each...
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How to Earn Extra Money by Selling Your Own Artwork
As summer draws near, you’re probably dreaming about sitting at the beach, getting the perfect tan, and not hearing your...
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How to Manage Your Classroom With Your Style
When I first started teaching, I focused on dressing “professionally.” Dress pants, nice tops, and dress shoes. After ruining several...
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