In today's episode, Tim is sharing some ideas for assessments in the art room and how they can be used to engage your students. Listen as he discusses the significant differences between assessments and grading, the value of one-on-one discussions with your students, and some strategies to help you create successful rubrics.  Resources and Links  Check out the Plug and Play Rubric in AOEU's FLEX Curriculum  5 Tips for Better Art Assessments  6 Strategies for Fast and Formative Assessments  Take Home Assessments for the Art Room   

Ep. 363 - 6 Assessment Ideas for the Art Room

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In today's episode, Lindsey McGinnis joins Tim to discuss all of the recent happenings in the magazine and on YouTube, including passing the milestone of 20K YouTube subscribers! Listen as they discuss the plethora of articles published about teaching with poetry, new Cribs videos that have us touring the homes of other art teachers, and why cardboard is one of the best materials you can have in your classroom.  Resources and Links  Find everything you need about  teaching with poetry Art Teacher Cribs, Episode 1 (and follow @mrshamisartroom on Instagram!) Zero Budget Art Room: Episode 1 and Episode 2 See Harris in the Art Room Makeover Watch Joe's very popular Day in the Life episode 

Ep. 416 - Poetry, YouTube, and the Zero Budget Art Room

In today's episode, Tim shares his thoughts on the topic of portfolios as the end of the school year approaches. Portfolios can be a valuable opportunity for students to reflect on their learning and showcase their work, especially at the end of the semester or the end of the year. Listen as he shares ideas for types of portfolios, learning activities, and AOEU resources you can use when working with portfolios as we wind down the year.   Resources and Links   Portfolio Reflection Checklist  Growth Portfolio Assessment  Writing a Portfolio Statement  Portfolio Feedback Sheet Check out Student Portfolio Basics in PRO Learning! 

Ep. 415 - Thoughts on End-of-Year Portfolios

With the month of May upon us, it is time for another mailbag episode! Amanda and Tim begin with a chat about NAEA in Minneapolis and their own visits back to the classroom as volunteers. They then dive into a bit of advice on watercolors, strategies for ELL students, ideas on student behaviors, and strategies for upcoming job interviews. See the links below for all the resources mentioned in today's discussion! If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595. Resources and Links  The Perfect One-Day Art Lesson  Substitute Tips and One-Day Art Lessons  Simple One-Day Lessons (Ep. 307) and  Even More Simple One-Day Lessons (Ep. 308)  12 One-Day Lessons for the Secondary Art Room  The Art Teacher's Ultimate Guide to Getting Hired Find the Getting Hired as an Art Teacher pack in PRO Learning  How to Support ELL Students Check out Strategies for English Language Learners in PRO Learning  End of the Year Cleanup Jobs for Your Students There are PRO Learning packs on choice for both Secondary and Elementary  13 Fresh and Seamless Ways to Expand Your Art Lesson 

Ep. 414 - The May Mailbag: Best Watercolors, ELL Supports, and End of Year Cleanup

In today's episode, Tim wants to sneak in an episode for National Poetry Month before April is out. Kyle Wood returns to the show to share some of his ideas on poetry and art and discuss a pair of his most recent articles. Listen as they discuss concrete poems, ekphrastic poetry, and how we can get kids writing and thinking differently about art.  Resources and Links   Bringing Concrete Poetry Into the Art Room  Incorporating Poetry to Boost Process in Advanced Art   A One Day Lesson that Connects Poetry and Art Analysis  Ekphrastic Poems: Using Language Arts to Improve Visual Literacy 

Ep. 413 - Exploring Poetry and Art

In today's episode from the archives, both Janet Taylor and Amanda Heyn are joining Tim to discuss, debate, and debunk some various art teacher myths. From art teachers who just paint all day to exploding ceramics to dressing in rainbow colors, there is so much to talk about! Listen as they discuss where art teacher myths come from, the worst advice they've ever received, and the best suggestions they have that all art teachers should know.   Resources and Links   Setting Boundaries with Confidence  Advice NOT to Follow Your First Year of Teaching  Wear Your Color Wheel and Get Your Mornings Back!  5 Reasons for and Against Putting On an Art Show 

Ep. 363 - 6 Assessment Ideas for the Art Room

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