Dec 30, 2021
We always feel great when we go above and beyond as teachers, but we know--especially right now--that going above and beyond is not always feasible. Sometimes--oftentimes--we need to go back to the basics. Listen to this episode from the archives as Nic talks about the building blocks of a good curriculum, and how she...
Dec 23, 2021
In this episode from early in 2021, Nic welcomes Daniel Bryant, an art teacher from Charleston, South Carolina. Daniel explains how and why he always chooses joy, and how that shapes his teaching and his worldview. Listen as he and Nic discuss joy, reconciliation, and the projects he develops for his students.
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Dec 16, 2021
In her second episode as guest host, Jessica Madenford explores the idea of being a mindful art teacher. She is joined by Dr. Andrea McDonough to talk about how mindfulness can aid in both personal and professional development. Listen as they discuss the power of meditation, the important connections between...
Dec 9, 2021
In her first episode as guest host, Jessica Madenford is joined by Dr. Rachel Hallquist to talk about how teachers can set themselves up for success through their morning routine. Listen as they discuss the importance of mindfulness, strategies for avoiding burnout, and Dr. Hallquist's MEGA Morning routine. Resources...
Dec 2, 2021
In his second episode as guest host, Candido Crespo is joined by Keondra Prier—a museum educator at the Baltimore Museum of Art—to discuss the relationships between schools and museums. Listen as their conversation covers how we can provide learning opportunities through museums, how the pandemic has affected museum...