This episode is part of the former Art Class Curator podcast and is targeted specifically for art teachers. 

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What in the world is a SPARKwork? At Art Class Curator, we love to do things differently than what you’ll find anywhere else. Recently, I relaunched The Curated Connections Library with SPARKworks, a new name with new features for an established framework. In this episode, I walk you through what a SPARKwork lesson is, how to follow one step-by-step, and offer tips on how to use these sorts of lessons in your classroom.

3:21​ - Why The Curated Connections Library became more than just about art history

5:21 - Goals of the membership for teachers and their students

10:22 - What a SPARKwork is and where the name comes from

14:22 - SPARKwork step #1 and the 4 Cs to curate a good work of art for your lessons

19:48 - Leading your lesson with art discussion and the goal you should aim for

25:25 - How SPARKworks encourage student engagement and impress your administration

29:29 - Discussing ways to complete the 4th step in the framework

33:07 - New details and benefits of joining the recently relaunched membership

39:28 - Why becoming a member is a preventative self-care gift to yourself

Transcript at https://artclasscurator.com/73-sparkworks-to-light-up-your-art-lessons/

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