Art Ed Radio

The always-inspiring and always-entertaining Michael Bell is back on the podcast this week! He's had some changes in his professional life, and he's here to talk to Tim about how he's bringing art in his district to a higher level. Listen as they discuss the role of an art supervisor, the incredible new ArtScene show Michael spearheaded, and why Art Ed PRO has been a game changer for his district.    Resources and Links  Find Art Ed PRO here How to Get PRO in Your School Michael on the News Discussing ArtScene The ArtScene Newsletter

It can be difficult to run successful critiques in your classroom, and find ways to get all your kids involved. But there are so many strategies to ease your kids in to these valuable and engaging learning experiences. Today, Tim is joined by Dr. Lisa Casey to talk about the power of critiques and how to get them started in your classroom. Listen as they discuss strategies for engagement, ideas for all levels of critiques, and how students grow throughout the year through participation and discussion.   Resources and Links  How to Improve Your Classroom Critiques Why You Need Critiques in Your Curriculum 7 Critiques You Can Use Today Finding Success with Critiques at Every Level (PRO)

Ron Clark--founder of the Ron Clark Academy--joins AOEU's Shannon Lauffer for an interview on this very special episode of Art Ed Radio. Ron shares the story of his life and his career in education, and he is equal parts engaging, hilarious, and inspirational. Listen as he and Shannon discuss his experience teaching in Harlem, the founding of the Ron Clark Academy, his time on the show Survivor, and what it takes to be an incredible teacher.   Resources and Links  Everything You Need to Know About Art Ed Now The Ron Clark Academy Follow Ron Clark on Instagram Also Follow the Ron Clark Academy

The end of the year is difficult for teachers, and possibly the most difficult part of that is keeping students engaged. In this episode, Jordan DeWilde joins Tim to talk about his ideas to keep students creating meaningful work until they are gone for the summer. Listen as they discuss collaboration, engagement, and the best lessons to help students end the year strong.    Resources and Links  Keeping Students Engaged Through the End of the Year Jordan's Celebrating Diversity Through Contemporary Art PRO Learning Pack 5 Projects to Engage Students Who Love Sports How to Be an Ally to Your LGBTQ+ Students

If you have worked with the Memory Project any time before, you know what an incredible organization they are and what meaningful opportunities they provide for our students. Today, they are announcing a new program! Listen as Tim talks to Nora Feldman about the Global Art Exchange, including discussion on how the project came about, what they hope to accomplish, and how you can get your students to participate.    Resources and Links  The Global Art Exchange The Memory Project Website How to Change Lives Around the World with the Memory Project Service Learning Projects to Inspire Your Students

We talk all the time--and hear all the time--about the benefits of collaboration, but how often do we actually follow through? On today's episode, one of AOEU's newest writers, Nick Gehl, talks to Tim about how and why we should approach collaboration with an open mind. Listen as they discuss why consistency is so important when collaborating, who all benefits from collaboration, and why we get better over time.  Resources and Links  Are Art Competitions Really Worth It?  How to Start a Creativity Routine Collaboration With Non-Art Colleagues More About Nick

You have probably seen the Tiny Art Show popping up all over Facebook and Instagram lately--a tiny version of the galleries we know so well, just unique and more accessible. Today, the art teacher behind the Tiny Art Show--McKay Lanker Bayer--comes on the show to talk with Tim about how it got started, how she gets her students involved, and where the Tiny Art Show goes from here.   Resources and Links  Tiny Art Show on Instagram Tiny Art Show on Facebook Read More About How the Shows are Set Up

Now that we are a few weeks removed from Youth Art Month, it is the perfect time to reflect on what we do to advocate for our kids and our program. Kristy Lopez and Karen Mannino, co-chairs of YAM for the Art Educators of New Jersey, join Tim to talk about why advocacy is so important, how you promote your program, and why we need to tell our story all year long.   Resources and Links  10 Advocacy Resources Every Teacher Needs to Know About A Full Month of Advocacy Ideas How to Talk to Your Staff About the Power of Art Follow Kristy and AENJ https://www.instagram.com/aenjyam/

After the fire at Notre-Dame last week, Tim takes some time to reflect today on what the cathedral means to art teachers and why we were so affected by seeing it catch fire. Jenn Russell joins Tim to share her experience of visiting the cathedral, how we process this news as art teachers, and how we broach the subject with our students.   Resources and Links  How Notre Dame Can Be Rebuilt Scanning Every Inch of the Cathedral A Rundown of the Artifacts Saved and Lost

If you're looking for a simple way to add some excitement and engagement in your art room, this episode is for you! One of AOEU's newest writers, Sarah Krajewski, is here to share about black light art. Listen as she tells Tim about her black light art show, some simple projects that anyone can implement, and why she uses an art room mantra for herself and her kids.    Resources and Links  Follow Sarah on Instagram Sarah's first article on the AOEU site Sarah's Black Light Art Article

Incorporating encaustic painting into your curriculum can seem daunting. You're probably envisioning tricky processes and costly materials. But you might be surprised to learn how simple it can be. In this episode, Lena Rodriguez joins Tim to dive into one of her favorite mediums, and gives advice on how to get started. Listen as they talk about why kids love encaustic painting, the materials you need to get started, and even a couple lessons for when you first get going.  Resources and Links  3 Projects to Introduce Encaustics to Your Students Innovative Ways to Use Up Leftover Paint Lena's Conference Video on Encaustics Made Easy

Abby Schukei makes a quick return to the podcast to discuss her latest article with Tim. They talk about all of her ideas and suggestions for what you need in your classroom to make your life easier. Listen as they cover painting supplies and organization, simple ceramic hacks, and why you need to start spray painting your permanent markers.   Resources and Links  Abby's Article of Art Room Ideas Awesome Hacks to Use This School Year 10 Storage Ideas for the Art Room Where to Look for New Ideas

On today's episode, after 6 months away, Andrea Slusarski makes her triumphant return! She and Tim talk all things arts integration, which has been Andrea's focus throughout this school year. Listen as they discuss what subjects are easiest to combine with art, strategies to get your staff on board, and why there is still room for art for art's sake.    Resources and Links  5 Things to Know About Arts Integration An In-Depth Look at the Power of Arts Integration How to Talk to Your Staff About the Power of Art 8 Art Projects that Incorporate Science

There are always things art teachers love to hate, like bad fonts, mechanical pencils, PD days (especially PD days). But Abby Schukei is here to talk to Tim about why maybe these aren't so bad. They discuss her article that published yesterday about how to focus on the silver lining with those things you don't necessarily love, and why positivity is so important as a teacher.   Resources and Links  Abby's Article Spreading Positivity Through Sticky Notes Using Art for Positive Means

Reward systems can work for some instances of classroom management. But more often than not, there is a better way. On today's episode, Tim talks to Rachel Albert about how they can move beyond reward systems to more effective strategies for managing their classrooms. Listen as they discuss the benefits of intrinsic motivation, options beyond simple reward systems, and why you should strive for a welcoming community in your classroom. Resources and Links Classroom Management Tips 5 Classroom Management Ideas No Teacher Should be Without Ways to Make Your Classroom Welcoming for All Students Color and Light Survey

As we move through the middle of our most difficult months of teaching, Tim has some thoughts on how to make things easier on yourself. Listen as he talks about how to use advocacy to avoid burnout, making time for yourself and your own artmaking, and why you need to set some goals for the coming months.  Resources and Links   A Full Month of Simple Advocacy Ideas Curbing Art Teacher Burnout PRO Pack Dealing with Burnout and Exhaustion How to Show Gratitude in a Thankless Environment

In case a new University designation and a new Master's Degree weren't enough, AOEU is launching a new Studio: Photography graduate course on March 1st. Dr. Sarah Ackermann joins Tim to discuss teaching photography, creating your own work both digitally and in the darkroom, and how the new course tries to combine those two concepts into a unique learning experience.   Resources and Links  The New(!) Studio Photography Course Tim's Article that Sarah Mentioned About Ditching the Darkroom Why We Should Keep Darkroom Photography Alive The Art Ed Radio Digital Photography Episode

With last month's announcement that The Art of Education has become AOEU, there has been a lot of interest in the University and the Master's Degree. AOEU Head of Admissions Shannon Lauffer is here to discuss that interest with Tim, and in this episode they talk about who is applying for the degree, the highs and lows of starting an admissions department, and give a quick rundown of the application process.  Resources and Links Master's Degree Information Here is the Interest Form Tim and Shannon discussed See if the Master's Degree works in your state

Still basking in the glow from the Art Ed Now conference, Tim opens up the mailbag to answer all of the questions that have been coming his way. Listen as he shares a behind-the-scenes look at how he prepares for the conference, talks about some of his favorite presenters, and maybe lets you in on a couple secrets for what new things will be coming this summer.  Resources and Links  Check out the summer conference and get registered The recap episode with Lindsey Moss The write-up from the day of the conference

The 2019 Winter Art Ed Now conference is in the books, and Tim is here with Lindsey Moss break it all down! Listen as they discuss their highlights from the conference, their new love for Paul Topolos and appreciation for Pixar, and their a-ha moments and takeaways from the presenters.   Resources and Links  The Winter Conference Recap is Here The Paul Topolos Podcast Interview If you missed this conference, there's always the next one!