In the ever-evolving landscape of education, there has been a paradigm shift towards interdisciplinary approaches that emphasize the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). While traditionally considered disparate domains, educators are increasingly recognizing the value of combining these disciplines to enhance students' critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. In this context, it … Continue reading Fostering Holistic Learning: The Incentive for Art Teachers to be Trained as STEAM Educators
Universal Design for Learning: A Catalyst for Enhancing STEAM Education Models
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) are two educational frameworks that have gained prominence for their potential to create inclusive and effective learning environments. UDL focuses on providing multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression to accommodate diverse learner needs. On the other hand, STEAM education integrates … Continue reading Universal Design for Learning: A Catalyst for Enhancing STEAM Education Models
Advancing Inclusive Education: The Case for Universal Design for Learning in Elementary Arts Education
In recent years, the field of education has witnessed a paradigm shift towards inclusivity, recognizing and valuing the diverse abilities, learning styles, and needs of all students. This shift is particularly crucial in the realm of arts education at the elementary level, where fostering problem solving through creativity, expression, and a love for the arts … Continue reading Advancing Inclusive Education: The Case for Universal Design for Learning in Elementary Arts Education
Advancing Education Equity: The Imperative for Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Curricula
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a pedagogical framework that promotes inclusive education by providing diverse learners with multiple means of representation, engagement, and expression. Inclusion is at the heart of UDL, aiming to accommodate the wide range of learner variability present in any classroom. This comprehensive argument advocates for the integration of UDL into … Continue reading Advancing Education Equity: The Imperative for Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Curricula
Les enseignants: souplesse et défis | La Métropole
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Teacher, Tutor, Lifelong Learner – A Reflection on my Philosophy
It's amazing how much I am able to sit back and reflect on things when I'm not in the classroom... Thank goodness for holiday breaks, they really allow me to see how much energy I give my students every day and why I have so little brain power left at the end of the day. … Continue reading Teacher, Tutor, Lifelong Learner – A Reflection on my Philosophy
Why complete a diploma in Mobile Digital Photography
One of the big things these last two years of teaching has taught me is that mobile devices are here to stay and are very much ubiquitous elements in our students' lives; they MUST be part of all curricular design considerations from now on! My students, be they secondary or elementary age almost uniformly come … Continue reading Why complete a diploma in Mobile Digital Photography
Getting Back on The Horse – Where to start?
It feels like months since I've written anything personal and made any personal artwork. All my mind, time, and energy has been dedicated to teaching and finishing my BFA Specialization in Art Education & Teaching License. My overthinking and imposter syndrome fiercely kicking in during evaluations, which went over with great responses from my mentors … Continue reading Getting Back on The Horse – Where to start?
Building a Teaching Philosophy – Part Four – Open to criticism & feedback.
See Part Three for the previous reflections... I guess the subtitle could be: "How the heck do I make this more concise and still keep the passion I feel about it?" So, I started the new semester on January 5th, 2022... dove into teaching my high school classes online with the help of my amazing … Continue reading Building a Teaching Philosophy – Part Four – Open to criticism & feedback.
The New Renaissance Mindset 