About the Author

Melissa Purtee

Hi! I’m Melissa Purtee and I teach visual art at Apex High School outside of Raleigh, North Carolina. I’m passionate about student choice, supporting diversity and creating pathways for authentic self-expression. I’m also the author of The Open Art Room, which is all about incorporating Choice in the secondary classroom. Read more of my writing on my blog, Thoughts on Arting.

 

Posts by Melissa

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Classroom Management

How Student-Directed Collaboration Can Benefit Your Students

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Instructional Strategies

How to Teach Skills With the Gradual Release Model

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Curriculum

The Truth About Paint and Sip Parties

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Classroom Management

How to Include Current Events in Your Classroom

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Classroom Management

What Is the Role of Holiday Projects in the Art Room?

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Advocacy

Why Isn’t Art an Easy A?

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Assessment

Now You Can Easily Assess Your Students’ Process

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Connections

The Difference Between TAB and Choice and Why It Matters

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Assessment

Should We Stop Assessing Artwork?

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Connections

3 Ways to Teach for Creativity in the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Classroom Management

3 Considerations for Working With Elementary Kids Who Hate Art

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Assessment

A Guide for Assessing a TAB-Based Art Program

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article