Art Ed Radio

As we end November and move into December, it is a good time to think about how you approach the holidays in your classroom. Do you teach holiday projects? Should you teach holiday projects? In today's episode from 2021, Tim welcomes Amy Neiwirth to the show to talk about these ideas and so much more. Listen as they discuss how we teach during these months, how we deal with tradition, and why we need to foster authentic artmaking experiences for our students. Resources and Links Find Amy on Instagram Amy mentioned this webpage about decentering the holidays What is the Role of Holiday Projects in the Art Room? Meaningful Artmaking Ideas that Have Nothing to Do with the Holidays

As Tim said last month, we know students can be reluctant when it comes to art history, but we also know that artists from every time and place can inspire some incredible work. In today's episode, Tim follows up on the last art history episode and brings on guest Kyle Wood to share some of his best ideas on how to engage with art history in the art room. Listen as they discuss solving art history mysteries, different ways that art history can create engagement, and the artworks that students might want to bring into outer space. Resources and Links Hear Tim's ideas for Engaging Students with Art History Check out the Who Arted? podcast Listen to Tim’s episode with Kyle about Christo and Jeanne-Claude Find Kyle on Instagram

In the first episode of November, Amanda and Tim are back with the mailbag! After a quick discussion about some exciting plans for the next couple of weeks, they answer a voicemail about the need to work alongside your students. The conversation continues into a debate over intermediate and tertiary colors, a moment talking about mistakes and regrets, some advice on working with intransigent colleagues, and so much more. If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email [email protected] or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links Inspiring Art Teachers to Follow on Instagram 10 Interesting Art Teachers on Instagram Preparing for Unplanned Absences How to Simplify Your Sub Plans Challenges and Solutions to Working with Colleagues

In the eighth and final episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Janet and Tim dive into the best and worst parts of professional development. Listen as they discuss some of their best and worst PD experiences, their favorite types of professional development, suggestions for new teachers, and how you can adapt to try to make any kind of professional development worthwhile.  Resources and Links Finding Time for Better Professional Development What Does Good PD Look Like? See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

After last Halloween's popular episode on 6 creepy artworks, Tim is back this year with 5 more of his favorite paintings that can be used to celebrate Halloween. Listen as he talks about Goya, Cezanne, and Caravaggio, and also dives into literature and Greek mythology in this entertaining episode.   Resources and Links 6 Creepy Artworks for Halloween The Best Art-Inspired Halloween Costumes Making Art History Meaningful Helping Students Care About Art History

In the seventh episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Janet and Tim dive deep into the topic of assessment, and talk about how effective assessments can help both your students' learning and your own teaching. Listen as they discuss formative and summative assessments (and ideas for each type of assessment), participation grades, rubrics, final exams, and so much more.  Resources and Links See the Plug and Play Rubric from AOEU's FLEX Curriculum How to Assess Your Own Grading Practices Manage Your Time Better with the Studio Habits of Mind Check out all of Janet's articles See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

Today's episode explores what it takes to move from being an elementary classroom teacher into a position as a full-time art teacher. Tim is joined by elementary art teacher (and former 3rd & 4th grade teacher) Sonya Castro as they discuss her experiences making the move and why she loves her current position in the art room. Listen as their conversation covers the easiest and most difficult parts of making the move, what it took for Sonya to start feeling comfortable as an art teacher, and her advice for people who might be looking to transition into the art room. Resources and Links Mija Teaches Art See Sonya's YouTube Channel and follow Sonya on Instagram How to Be Successful in a New Position 3 Considerations for Taking a New Job

In the sixth episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Janet and Tim answer questions about evaluations. Listen as they cover the differences between different evaluation frameworks, the best approach and mindset going into your evaluation, and how to use the feedback you receive to improve your teaching. Resources and Links Taking the Fear Out of Teacher Evaluations Making Evaluations Work for You See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

In today's episode, Tim talks to digital illustrator and AOEU faculty member Kayla O'Neal about how she helped design the new graduate course being offered by AOEU. Digital Illustration and Visual Storytelling is a 3-week course in which students create digital illustrations that capture themes from all types of literature, with an emphasis on visual literacy. Listen as the discussion covers the importance of visual literacy for teachers and students alike, Kayla's work as an illustrator, and avenues to explore in digital art for people at every level of expertise. Resources and Links See all of AOEU's Graduate Courses Discussing Digital Art and Technology Learning with Procreate Follow Kayla on Instagram

In the fifth of episode of the ongoing series of podcasts for new teachers, Janet Taylor joins Tim to discuss what new teachers need to know about what it takes to be a professional art teacher. Listen as they cover everything from how to dress to what to do during staff meetings, as well as collaboration, communication, and whether it's worth it to dive into the world of social media.  Resources and Links See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers Setting Professional Goals for the Year Professional Goals for Your Career

We know students can be reluctant when it comes to art history, but we also know that artists from every time and place can inspire some incredible work. In today's episode, Tim pulls a plethora of ideas from the AOEU archives on how to bring art history into the classroom. Listen as he talks about artists who can inspire your students, different ways that art history can create engagement, and how art history might be able to provide a pathway to some quality projects. Resources and Links Tim's Ideas: 10 Stories, Black Artists Podcast and Resource, and 144 Artists Artists to Inspire Your Students: 18 Contemporary Artists, 6 Diverse Artists Ideas for Projects: Art History Still Lifes, Art History Remix, Engaged Through Fashion New Ways to Engage: Personal Connections, Supporting Advanced Students, But Art History is Boring . . .

In the fourth episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Janet and Tim answer questions about lesson planning and curriculum. Listen as they discuss how you can organize your priorities when planning, the importance of the national standards, foolproof lessons that always seem to lead to student success, and so much more. Resources and Links Creating a Curriculum That Works for You: Elementary and Secondary What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Starting the Year? What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Classroom Management? See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

In the third episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Tim and Janet discuss what new teachers should be focusing on during the beginning months of the school year in order to find success. Listen as they discuss the idea that organization goes far beyond just supplies, student work and classroom storage, and why good organization can help you with your evaluations. Please share this episode with another teacher who might find it helpful! Resources and Links Follow Janet on Instagram What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Starting the Year? What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Classroom Management? See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers  

As we move a little further into the school year, it's time to ask: Are teachers ready to find joy in their jobs again? Kandice Stewart joins Tim today to answer that question--and many others--as well as talk about how we can be more intentional in our teaching. Listen as they also discuss creating and working with your students, helping others find joy, and what we gain from being reflective educators. Resources and Links Choosing Joy with Daniel Bryant Using Art to Create Joy and Inspire Others How to Prioritize Joy

In the second episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Lindsey Moss joins Tim and Janet to answer new teachers' questions about classroom management for every level. Listen as they discuss the idea that student behavior is a form of communication, how you can structure your class time to help with management, and why being proactive can be such a game-changer. Resources and Links Listen to Episode 1: Starting the Year See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

We know students can be apprehensive when it comes to portrait projects, but we also know that they can create some wonderful work. In today's episode, Tim runs through a long list of ideas for portrait projects, including some of his own personal favorites. Listen as he talks about smashing faces, discusses the power of in-person drawing, and shares some ideas for interesting and advanced portraits that might help engage your students. Resources and Links Read Abby Schukei's article about Snapchat Portraits Read about the artist Ana Mendieta that Tim mentioned A Unique Portrait Lesson to Build Empathy

In the first episode of the What Do New Teachers Need to Know? podcast, Tim and Janet discuss what new teachers should be focusing on during the beginning months of the school year in order to find success. Listen as they cover ideas on setting up and organizing your room, connecting with colleagues, dealing with supplies, beginning lessons, and so much more. Please share this podcast with a new teacher and help them join in these discussions as part of the art teacher community!   Resources and Links Follow Janet on Instagram See AOEU's YouTube Series for New Teachers See all of AOEU's Resources for New Teachers

In today's episode, Tim is joined by educators Paula Liz, Abigail Birhanu, Khadesia Latimer, and Tamara Slade. They are four of the co-authors of the recently published book Antiracist Art Activities for Kids: 30+ Creative Projects that Celebrate Diversity and Inspire Change. During today's discussion, they talk about the inspiration for creating the book, the collaborative process (and working with six co-authors!), and what it takes to bring a project like this book to fruition. Resources and Links Follow Antiracist Art Teachers on Instagram and find their Facebook page Discover the Facebook community that Paula Liz mentioned Find the book from Quarto Publishing, Barnes & Noble, or Bookshop.org Follow Paula Liz, Khadesia, Tamara, and Abigail on Instagram

Now that most teachers are back in school, Amanda and Tim return for the September mailbag! In today's conversation, they share some of their favorite organization tips, pick up a couple of questions from Instagram, and answer a couple of listener voicemails. The discussion includes advice on transitions and teaching routines, activities for team building in the art room, engaging lessons, and much more! If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email [email protected] or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links Organization hacks on AOEU's YouTube Try Narration to Guide Transitions with Ease! Quiz About the Teacher

As we start back to school and move through the first weeks of the year, Tim wants to share some thoughts on what he thinks will be important for teachers in the near future. In today's episode, he talks through six thoughts about challenges that will be facing teachers and what we can do to help ourselves. Listen as he discusses being proactive with organization and management, being flexible and adaptable, ideas for building community, and finding your outlet away from the classroom.  Resources and Links What Do New Teachers Need to Know About Starting the Year? Creating a Welcoming Environment Five Ways to Be a Better Teacher This Year