Teaching arts in the classroom

    Teaching arts in the classroom is not about the grading its more about the process of thinking outside of the box. As teachers we want our students to think critical and visually analyze a image. In terms of grading we must monitor a teachers process as well as test the students knowledge on historical references to the project. Art is a difficult subject to define for number of reason but it does serve a purpose to help the students develop. The three major areas to focus on are sketch book drawing time, large group time, and art projects.

    As art educators we want to develop a teaching technique that will get the students engaged. The students should feel confident to go beyond their expectations. Implementing art activities will start by having the student sit down to work on their sketch books. Teachers at the beginning of the class should give time at the beginning of the class to work on their sketch books because it acts as an exercise. The purpose of the sketch book time is to experiment with different drawing materials. As a result students will try new ideas and techniques. Mix medium is a great way to promote diversity within a persons art work. The next stage would be to move students into a large group. The purpose of working in a large group is so that the students can bounce ideas off each other. Learning from on another will help boost interest. As they work together I would walk around and mediate their progress and discussions. The final stage would be to create an art project. The main objective for the art project is for the students to use the all knowledge from the lesson, sketch book time, and group discuss. Composing an art piece requires the student to work at home and think of ideas. Turning your ideas into a reality is truly an amazing experience.

   In conclusion, the sketch books will allow the students to develop and create conceptual designs. Large group discussions will allow students to compare and contrast their work with others. The art projects will promote the freedom of creativity.