Instructional Strategies

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Reflections on Technology and Student Engagement (Ep. 468)

Today, Tim is joined by  Jen Leban for a discussion centered around technology, focus, and the changing dynamics of student...
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From the Archives: Simple One-Day Lessons

When Tim and Amanda put out the call for mailbag questions last week, an overwhelming majority were about simple lessons...
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Expanding Horizons in Art History (Ep. 465)

Kyle Wood returns to the show today to talk with Tim about some of their favorite lesser-known artists in art...
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Artist, Lover, Forger, Thief with Author Sheila Sharpe (Ep. 463)

Author and psychologist Sheila Sharpe joins the show to talk with Tim about her new book, Artist, Lover, Forger, Thief....
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3 Helpful Ways to Differentiate Delivery, Goals, and Pace for Adaptive Art

Do you ever find yourself struggling to meet the diverse needs of your students in adaptive art? It can seem...
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Pop Culture and Teaching Art (Ep. 461)

Andrea Slusarski returns to the show today to talk with Tim about creativity, pop culture, and making connections in the...
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Quick Tips to Improve Precision with Cutting, Folding, & Knotting in the Art Room

Three tasks in the art room that are now more problematic than ever include folding paper, cutting fluid lines with...
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Art Activity Ideas to Boost Fine Motor Skills and Control Hand Pressure

With the increase in swiping and typing, students are losing the ability to gauge pressure with their hands. Being able...
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Where Do I Begin When Planning a Successful Adaptive Art Lesson?

One of the best parts of being an art teacher is that we get the privilege of teaching almost all...
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From Blah to Aha! 5 Playful Art Lesson Planning Ideas That Work

Art teachers teach amazing art lessons all day long… but where do those lessons come from? Whether you write your...
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Simple Tips to Help Students Hold a Ruler or Trace in the Art Room

Rulers seem to be the top tool that students do not know how to use in the art room year...
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How to Build Hand Strength in the Art Room with Everyday Items

Join pediatric occupational therapist, Dani Dermer, as she shares TONS of simple strategies and activity ideas to build hand strength...
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