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Theresa Gillespie

Theresa Gillespie is an Art educator with over 20 years experience in a very diverse school district. She has been teaching at the graduate level since 2013. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art Education from Augustana College in 1992 and her Masters degree in Education and Technology in 2010. She is well versed in teaching to a diverse student population which includes English language learners, accelerated learners, and those needing differentiated instruction. She also has expertise in curriculum development, behaviour interventions, arts integration and technology integration.

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Jeremy's Drawing
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What the Art Teacher Who Took Almost Every Single AOE Class Really Thinks

If you’ve been wondering what it’s really like to take a course with AOE, today’s your lucky day! Jeremy Pidhirny,...
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underpainting and painting
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Climb Out of a Rut With New Painting Ideas

There are a few topics in art education that seem to pop up no matter what grade level you teach....
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artwork by Jackie Pozderac
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The Best Excuse to Make Your Own Art

It’s no secret that art teachers are busy. In fact, one of the most common comments I get from my...
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