by Elizabeth Peterson | Arts Education and Integration, Teacher-Centered PD
You have probably heard me tooting the horn of Teacher-Centered PD. (And I will probably never stop!) Because here’s the thing – our professional development is Teacher-Centered for a reason. It gets US inspired so that (finish the sentence with me)...
by Elizabeth Peterson | Arts Education and Integration
I used to think that using coloring pages was a waste of time. I felt that giving someone a blank paper on which to draw or color was a much better option. However, my view has changed slightly over the years. There is a place for coloring pages in students’...
by Elizabeth Peterson | Arts Education and Integration
I see it all the time: Teachers are interested, they see the benefits, but are unsure of whether they should be attending arts-based professional development. They come from a variety of backgrounds and have a variety of needs. And my answer is almost always the...
by guest blogger | General Education Topics
Whether you are nearing the end of your school year, right in the midst or even on a summer break, it’s always a good time to consider a field trip for you and your students. Here are some great ideas for some hands-on, integrated field trips. Plan ahead and...
by Elizabeth Peterson | Arts Education and Integration
It’s time! It’s time! Oh yes it is… Time to officially announce the line up for the 2012 Teacher Art Retreat! I am so happy to post the information many of you have been waiting for – the second annual Teacher Art Retreat is on for...