What: I have learned that through the arts you can teach more than Proportion, Balance, Variety, Rhythm, Emphasis, and Unity. I never would have known about Booker T. Washington's story if I had not been in that class. That story about Booker T. Washington would be a perfect way to teach a social studies lesson. The Brooklyn Bridge would be another way to teach math or science. Chapter 7 is a great resource to get an idea started for teaching a lesson with the arts. a real hands on lesson is a lot easier if there is a starting point like in chapter 7.
So What: In the last class we had, we were able to see several ways of teaching while integrating the arts. Art invites so many levels into instruction, I want to try to make a criteria for my classes, that is almost like a checklist that allows me to make sure that some sort of art form is used. There is probably one out there already, but that would be nice to ensure a good art lesson. Play-dough, painting, children's books, acting, and field trips can only deepen learning.
Now What: The teacher in the video clip in Jordan School District was acknowledged by the district as being an outstanding teacher. He integrated art in his instruction. I got goose bumps thinking that I could be a teacher like that. I know that with budget cuts, arts are sadly shrinking. If there can be a way to introduce art into almost everything we do, I believe the students would greatly benefit from that.
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