About the Author

Wynita Harmon

Dr. Wynita Harmon proudly serves as an associate professor and instructional coach for the Art of Education University. She has over thirteen years of K-12 experience in the Title I classroom, where her approach focused on choice-based art education. While in the classroom, Dr. Harmon worked to promote equity and provide her students with diverse experiences from a leadership role to support her campus team and the art teachers within her district. She holds a doctoral degree in educational leadership from Dallas Baptist University, a master’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma, and a Bachelor’s in Art Education from the University of Central Oklahoma. As an advocate for choice-based art education and student equity, Dr. Harmon has presented in various capacities on student choice, equity, and cultural awareness. She actively seeks opportunities to support the arts and promote change within the field. She has a true passion for teaching and thoroughly enjoys working with her students and the AOEU team.

Professional Achievements:

The University of Central Oklahoma Bachelor’s Degree (2005)

The University of Oklahoma Master’s Degree (2020)

Dallas Baptist University Doctorate Degree (2018)

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How to Introduce Your Students to STEAM in Just One Class Period

One of the most significant initiatives in education today is STEAM. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, STEAM stands for Science,...
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A Guide for Bringing the Harlem Renaissance Into Your Classroom

Bringing art history into your classroom is no doubt an effective way to teach students about styles of art, artistic movements, and...
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4 Effective Ways You Can Advocate for the Arts

As art teachers, we all understand the importance of the arts. We appreciate that the arts allow our students to...
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How to Open a Printmaking Center in 5 Easy Steps

There are so many mediums students need to explore. This is true in both choice-based and traditional classrooms. While some...
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10 Everyday Items to Help Manage the Mess of Printmaking

As art teachers, we have certain art processes we love to teach and others that make us think twice. For...
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Make Reflections, Discussions, and Assessments Easier With Flipgrid!

There is no hiding from it, technology is everywhere, and it has made its way into many classrooms around the...
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How to Teach Your Students About Art-Related Careers Through Stations

Have you ever asked your students questions such as: The answers to these questions will vary among your students based...
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4 Specific Things to Do to Set Your Subs Up for Success

Unless you’ve been a sub yourself, it’s hard to imagine what might be going through your substitute’s head when they...
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An Art Teacher’s Guide to Understanding STEAM Education

To survive in today’s world, it’s imperative for students to become innovators able to think both critically and creatively. Because...
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Why Building Relationships Should Be at the Center of Everything You Do

A constant struggle for many teachers is mastering the art of classroom management. Classroom management strategies are not “one size...
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Transitioning Your Kindergartners to a Choice-Based Program

Introducing your students to a new way of learning can be overwhelming. When I began incorporating the Teaching for Artistic Behavior philosophy...
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Create Your Art Room Rules WITH Your Students for a Powerful Start to the Year

The hustle and bustle of a new school year can get overwhelming. You have a curriculum to plan, meetings to...
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