About the Author

Andrew McCormick

Hey everybody, my name is Andrew McCormick. I’m a Middle School Art Teacher in Johnston, IA where I currently teach 8th and 9th graders (I know it’s kind of an unusual gig to teach middle school and high school students at the same time). I graduated with my B.A. in Art Education from the University of Northern Iowa. Before landing my first teaching job in 2005, I attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where I received an M.F.A. in Sculpture. I taught for four years as a part time elementary/ part time high school teacher, followed by a brief stint as an Art Education Instructor at my alma mater. I like to tell people I’ve taught art at all levels, from elementary to adults. My own pedagogy focuses on STEAM Education and Choice Based Education, technology integration in the art room, Standards Based Grading, and Project Based Learning.

When not teaching, I’m busy with my wonderful family. My three kids keep me busy with volunteer opportunities; sports, LEGO League, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. I’m a super nerdy gardener, occasional runner, and unapologetic podcastphile… it that’s really a word?!

Posts by Andrew

Content Type
  • All
  • Article
  • Podcast
  • Video
Topic
  • All
  • Assessment
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum
  • Instructional Strategies
  • News
  • Professionalism
  • Studio Practices
Subtopic
  • All
  • Assessment Design
  • Assessment Implementation
  • Expectations
  • Physical Space
  • Relationship Building
  • Curriculum Approaches
  • Curriculum Design
  • Differentiation
  • Engagement
  • Advocacy
  • Professional Learning
  • Professional Practice
  • Connections
  • Creativity
  • Media & Techniques
pile of artwork
Differentiation

How Mastering Art Room Accommodations Benefits All Students

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
quote from episode 3
Advocacy

Art Room Branding: Projects That Define Your Program (Ep. 003)

Art of Education Magazine & Media Podcast
Advocacy

10 Realistic Goals for the New Year

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Advocacy

How Teaching Art Is Like Being a Professional Wrestler

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Advocacy

Why Art Teachers Are the Leaders of the Future

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Classroom Management

How to Safely Use Spray Paint With Your Students

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Classroom Management

Why I Don’t Call Home Anymore

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Media & Techniques

Ease Into Technology With a Photo Walk

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Uncategorized

Nov. 10, 2015 – Ep. 17 – ‘How to Organize a Party for 4,000 Art Teachers’ with NAEA Convention Coordinator Bob Reeker

Art of Education Magazine & Media Podcast
Advocacy

Why Saying No More Often Can Make You a Better Teacher

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Connections

The Top 10 Graphic Novels to Use in Your Secondary Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Uncategorized

Oct. 20, 2015 – Ep. 16 – ‘The Alchemy of Art: Inspiration and Making Meaning’ with Addie Hirschten

Art of Education Magazine & Media Podcast