How Technology Improved Student Achievement in My Art Class
Disciplinary problems were high, student achievement was low, and so was my patience. I knew I couldn’t do this again the following year, so I decided to change my approach.
The Arts
Engaging Autistic Students with the Arts
Ask any educator who has welcomed multiple learners with autism into his or her classroom, and you will find there is no set formula for ensuring academic success.
The Beat Goes On: The Struggle to Teach Music
Music education leads to improved self-discipline, sense of community, and collaboration, as well as increased academic achievement in other subjects.
Theatres for Kids
The grandeur of the big stage, colourful costumes, and the thrill of live performance can be an unforgettable experience for kids of all ages.
Lessons from High School Musicals
Musicals form an important part of the arts, serving as powerful resources for student learning, engagement, and motivation.
It Takes Two to Tango
Over the past few years, ballroom dance has garnered attention as an entertaining and educational tool that levels the social playing field and carries important life lessons.
Jazzing Up History Class
Educators teaching history may find guidance in the genius of Miles Davis’ advice to musicians, “Don’t play what’s there, play what’s not there.”
Cursive Writing: Beneficial or Lost Art?
Want to build your students’ minds and bodies, or just need something new to add to your art lessons? You might want to consider re-introducing handwriting.
Puppets Talk, Children Listen
The expressiveness and dramatization of puppets have not only entertained people for thousands of years, but have also been used to educate and inform.
Ukulele in the Classroom
Making music with a ukulele is a great group learning experience. Ukuleles are a good size and price, and they contain levels of complexity.