Art Ed Radio

Closing down the art room for the year was a unique and difficult experience this time around. As Tim discussed last week, teachers and students everywhere are missing out on their last pieces of learning and their final goodbyes. Today, Abby Schukei joins Tim to talk about what we missed out on this year, how we can make the most of our summers, and why she is feeling hopeful for the future. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning What does it look like coming back from a closure? Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference!

With schools closed everywhere, this end to the school year is unique. And difficult. Teachers and students everywhere are missing out on their last pieces of learning and their final goodbyes. In this episode, Tim shares some of his thoughts on wrapping up the year, what we can do to help ourselves and our students, and ideas for the summer and fall.  Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning AOEU's Newest Graduate Course: Teaching K-12 Art Online Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference!

With so much happening right now, some teachers wouldn't dream of working on professional development. Other teachers have already begun to dive in. Today, AOEU's Director of K-12 PD, Amanda Heyn, joins Tim for a conversation on the best time for professional development. Listen as they discuss summertime PD, improving your teaching, and how you can make a decision as to what type of learning is right for you. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning AOEU's Newest Graduate Course: Teaching K-12 Art Online Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference!

With distance learning still in full swing, teachers are finding that it's becoming more and more difficult to stay connected with our students and keep them engaged. Today, however, Jenn Russell comes back to the show to share some of her best ideas on how to connect with students from a distance.  Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning AOEU's Newest Graduate Course: Teaching K-12 Art Online Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference!

This week is the return of Art Ed Radio's former co-host, Andrew McCormick! Now that he has some time on his hands, he joins Tim for a mailbag episode. Listen as the guys discuss quarantine activities, distance teaching, and the importance (or not) of professional development during this time.  Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Avoiding Burnout and Practicing Resilience AOEU's Newest Graduate Course: Teaching K-12 Art Online Check out the Art Ed NOW Conference!

In this week's episode, Tim has decided to make the topic a little bit lighter. He brings on Lena Rodriguez to talk art history and their favorite artists to hang out with in quarantine. Listen as they discuss Maya Lin, Frida Kahlo, and more, as well as the power of giant portraits and how Tim can learn to love bling. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Follow Lena on Twitter and Instagram Using Weekly Art History Challenges How to Connect Your Students to Contemporary Art

We should talk about mental health on a more consistent basis, but that fact has become more important as we spend more time away from each other. In this episode, Tim welcomes Jen Leban on to share their stories about dealing with mental health and discuss why it needs to be a more regular topic of conversation.  Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Follow Jen on Twitter Read Jen's writing on mental health Jen is one of the founders of ResetEDU

We know how difficult it is to make connections with our students right now, but one important way we can connect is to make online learning more fun! In this episode, Lindsey Moss joins Tim to share some of her best ideas for online meetings, including Pictionary, scavenger hunts, and more. Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning. Watch last week's Coronavirus webinar. Read Lindsey's article on making meetings fun.

As we continue to settle into this new normal, we learn more about everything we will need to deal with moving forward. Today, Tim is joined by AOEU writer Sarah Krajewski to discuss mental health, ideas for distance learning, and the power of positivity.  Resources and Links View all of AOEU's resources to help with distance learning Watch last week's Coronavirus webinar. Read Sarah's article on recording videos for your students.

Our art teaching is in a state of upheaval right now, as schools everywhere close because of the Coronavirus. Before you can find success teaching, however, it is important that you have your life at home in order. In today's episode, AOEU's Director of K-12 PD Amanda Heyn joins Tim to talk about everything needed to take care of yourself and your family. Resources and Links AOEU's Coronavirus Resources Page The 99PI Episode that Tim recommended

Every year, the Art of Education University conducts a nationwide survey to take the pulse of the art education world. Today, Tim talks to AOEU Senior Editor Megan Dehner about the 2020 State of Art Education survey and its results. Listen as they discuss their biggest surprises, biggest concerns, and reasons to be optimistic about the state of art education. Resources and Links The State of Art Education 2020 See the results from previous years: 2018 and 2019

With the Coronavirus continuing to spread and schools around the world being closed, it is time to discuss how these events might affect our classroom. Today, Tim talks to Libby Beaty, a teacher in South Korea whose school was recently closed. Listen as they discuss the adjustments being made by students and teachers, the technology that has been most helpful, and how you can still create a classroom community from a distance. Resources and Links Follow Libby Beaty on Twitter and Instagram See Libby's TikTok account Teaching Art Around the World

We talk often about how we want our kids to be more creative with their ideas, and how we can get them to think more creatively. But how do we foster that type of development? In this episode, Tim shares some of his best strategies for creative exercises and favorite ways to develop creativity in your classroom. Resources and Links Listen to Tim's podcast with Amber Check out the Creativity in Crisis Graduate Course PRO Learning Pack: Creativity Exercises for Every Level PRO Learning Pack: Teaching for Creativity Explore all of AOEU's Graduate Courses

Classroom management is the neverending challenge for so many art teachers. How do you help your kids find success when there is chaos everywhere you turn? Listen as Tim shares some of his best strategies for organizing your classroom, helping your kids learn (and remember) routines, and calm the chaos in your room. Resources and Links Keeping them in the Classroom (Ep. 113) How to Stay Sane with Oversized Classes (Ep. 103) Classroom Management PRO Learning Pack Why Meeting Your Kids at the Door is So Important

It is an age-old question in the art room . . . do you let kids listen to music while they work, or do you make them put their earbuds away? Today, Tim talks with Elizabeth Peterson from The Inspired Classroom about soundtracking your art room and ways to bring more music to your students. Listen as they discuss types of music, art projects related to music, and the best ways to introduce new music to your students. Resources and Links Take a Look at Elizabeth's website, The Inspired Classroom Access the download mentioned on how to introduce new music Join Elizabeth on her Inspired Teachers Facebook Page Read about The Music List in the art room

After the introduction of FLEX Curriculum last week, the response from teachers and districts has been overwhelming. So this week, it's time to dive deeper. AOEU's Senior Editor, Megan Dehner, joins Tim to talk all about FLEX. Listen as they discuss how the platform meets and adapts to teachers' needs, how to get FLEX in your district, and answer some of the most pressing questions about the curriculum. Resources and Links Take a Look at FLEX Curriculum! Get FLEX in Your School

It is a big day at The Art of Education University today, as we announce our newest offering--FLEX Curriculum. AOEU's Director of K-12 Curriculum, Cassidy Reinken, joins Tim to talk all about FLEX. Listen as they discuss how the platform meets and adapts to teachers' needs, and how FLEX helps them plan and deliver the perfect curriculum for their students.  Resources and Links Take a Look at FLEX Curriculum! Get FLEX in Your School

Today, Rachel Albert returns to the show to talk to Tim about her favorite art teacher hacks. Listen as they discuss some of her best ideas, favorite projects, and how to make your life easier in the art room. They also dive into the upcoming  Art Ed Now conference, where Rachel will be presenting once again.  Resources and Links Follow Rachel on Instagram Hacks to Make Your Teaching Life Easier Elementary Art Hacks (PRO Learning Pack) 7 Reasons to Go to a Professional Conference The Art Ed Now 2020 Winter Conference (use AEN2020 at checkout for a $20 discount!)

Today, Caitlyn Thompson (aka Coach T) returns to the show to talk to Tim about everything related to bookbinding. Listen as they discuss her favorite tools, favorite projects, and the best ways to bring bookbinding into your classroom. Caitlyn also gives a quick preview of her upcoming  Art Ed Now presentation.  Resources and Links Check out some of the artists mentioned by Caitlyn: Erin Fletcher, Dominic Riley, and Colin Urbina Supplies can be found here: Talas Online The North Bennet Street School The Art Ed Now 2020 Winter Conference (use AEN2020 at checkout for a $20 discount!)

The Art Room Glitter Fairy is back! Sarah Krajewski returns to the show to talk to Tim about everything she has been creating and teaching over the past few months, and together they preview the upcoming Art Ed Now Conference. Listen as they discuss mindfulness, painting murals, and how to make PD exciting and worthwhile. Resources and Links The Benefits of a Classroom Mantra 5 Mindful Activities for the Art Room Find Sarah on Instagram Check out the Art Ed Now Conference!