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Spring Clean the Art Room: End-of-Year Organization & Wrapping Up Projects
With the end of the school year in sight, it’s time to dive into spring cleaning! In this episode, you’ll…
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Make Your Students Laugh with These 6 Funny Art History Stories!
If your school year is feeling stale and students are starting to look glazed over, try infusing funny art history…
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The Strange and Spectacular Quest to Define Color with Author Kory Stamper (Ep. 511)
What is color? And why is it so hard to define? In today’s Art Ed Radio episode, Tim sits down…
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The Visual Arts Data Story: How to Share Growth with Those NOT in Art Education
Art teachers know their work matters—but showing that impact in a way others understand can be a challenge. With a…
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How to Conquer Directed Drawing with Elementary School Artists
Do you want your class hanging onto every word you say? Improve your students’ listening skills (while making art and…
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Unlock Student Growth: How to Make Learning Visible in the Art Room
“Wow, he’s so talented! Some kids just have it.” We’ve all heard phrases like this from colleagues, administrators, and parents…
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The Two Timelines of an AOEU Master’s Degree (Ep. 510)
What does it really look like to earn your Master’s Degree from AOEU? In this episode of Art Ed Radio,…
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Small Acts for Big Advocacy: 5 Simple Ways to Share Your Program
Art teachers know the necessity for advocacy—it’s the lifeblood of our profession. We hear about it in our undergraduate programs…
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Mastering Still Lifes Under Pressure in the Art Room with Unexpected Art Supplies
Three mystery box rounds. Two art teachers. One chance to create frame-worthy artwork—Who will make their mark? The challenge? Art…
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3 Ways to Teach the Elements and Principles of Art with Skill and Confidence
Just like with buildings, learning starts with a strong foundation. Plus, young minds love to build and design at any…
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Spiraling Curriculum, Sketchbooks, and Student Choice (Ep. 509)
In today’s episode of Art Ed Radio, Nadia Fernandez-Castillo joins the show to talk about how she built a strong,…
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Shape Student Leaders with 4 Activities to Build Confidence
Confidence is the first step to leadership—and this often starts in the art room. If your students hesitate to take…
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