As an educator, understanding various art mediums and techniques is essential for inspiring both my own practice and my teaching. During this program, I explored different mediums, deepening my skills and preparing to bring these techniques into the classroom. I aim to continue my creative practice while teaching. For the MAT Winter Exhibition: Recess, I created collages using found paper, inspired by the idea of the art classroom as a playful, creative space—like recess in the school day. Art is vital for student growth, helping them think creatively, solve problems, and adapt to challenges in life. I also had the oppurtunity to make examples of each project for students to get inspiration and come up with unique ideas. Through art, students learn to explore new ideas and develop innovative solutions.
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PERSONAL WORK
Throughout my years of schooling, I had the opportunity to explore and master multiple mediums, enabling me to teach techniques and processes to students of all ages. Some examples of mediums I have worked with are:
- Ceramics
- Painting
- Drawing
- Collage
- Printmaking
- Photography
- Jewelry/Metalsmithing
- Sculpture
- Ceramics
- Painting
- Drawing
- Collage
- Printmaking
- Photography
- Jewelry/Metalsmithing
- Sculpture
More work can be seen on my artist website angeldedo.com
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MAINE STATE STANDARDS
Standard 4: Content Knowledge
The teacher understands the central concepts tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline I teach and creates learning experiences that make these aspects of the discipline accessible and meaningful to learners.Knowing different art materials and techniques, I have the ability to teach the central concepts and tools of art in a way that is accessible and meaningful to my students. Some examples could be working with clay, students can learn how to attach pieces using slipping and scoring. An example of this is the Muse Project I taught at Biddeford High School. And with collaging, students could use soft and hard edges to create relationships between paper. An example if this is my AI Collage project done with Middle Schoolers. By understanding the properties and techniques of various materials, I can create learning experiences that help students explore and engage with art, making the discipline more relatable and interesting to them.
I also incorporate art history into my lessons to help students understand the origins of various mediums and techniques. For example, during a demonstration on origami, I discuss it’s origins and how it became a significant part of Japanese culture.
Another way to make learning more accessible is by providing handouts, like PowerPoint slides and other resources, so students can follow along with the lesson. For example, giving students a printed list of portrait photographers allows them to research these artists independently, using provided social media links and websites to deepen their understanding of each artist.
Click the name of the powerpoint to access the powerpoint:
Portrait Photographers LESSON PLAN(High School)
Muse Project LESSON PLAN(High School)
Standard 8: Instructional Strategies
The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to access and appropriately apply information.
As a practicing artist, I recognize the importance of providing students with multiple avenues for learning. This includes incorporating visuals or videos that are not text-heavy, enabling students to grasp content more easily while clearly understanding the essential steps to complete their projects. For example, I made a glazing reminder poster for a classroom at Biddeford High School.
I experiemented my artistic practice to create visual aids that not only conveyed key information effectively but also encouraged students to learn and grow through engaging and accessible resources, like the how to fold a zine guide.
CLICK THE TITLE BELOW TO SEE AN INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEO:
How to Set Up a Photography Backdrop Video
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Standard 9: Reflection and Continuous Growth
The teacher is a reflective practitioner who uses evidence to continually evaluate his/her practice, particularly the effects of his/her choices and actions on others (students, families, and other professionals in the learning community), and adapts practice to meet the needs of each learner.As both an educator and an artist, being a reflective practitioner means continuously analyzing the impact of my teaching methods and artistic approaches on my students, their families, and colleagues within the learning community. Just as I refine my artistic process based on feedback and self-assessment.
I had the opportunity to teach two lessons to the same class at Kaler Elementary School. By observing and assessing the students' abilities during the art-making process, we gained valuable insights into their strengths and needs. This understanding allowed us to adapt our teaching approach to better support their learning. We incorporated elements of choice into the projects, such as allowing students to create their own unique designs using Model Magic clay.
We also were able to use evidence of making to inspire creativity in students. This allowed students to come up with more complex project ideas and results. During my Time at Lincoln Middle School, Students worked on a Treehouse Lesson where along side their art making process, I made a treehouse with them to compare growth and share ideas.
Standard 11: Technology Standards (NETS.T)
Effective teachers model and apply to the International Society for Technology Standards for Educators (ISTE) as they design, implement, and assess learning experiences to engage students and improve learning, enrich professional practice, and provide positive models for students, colleagues, and the community. All teachers will meet the following standards and performance indicators.
I integrate the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards into my teaching practice to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences. By using my artistic expertise, I design visually appealing and interactive digital resources that not only capture students' attention but also enhance their understanding of complex concepts. For example, I made a online gallery of student artwork for students from Bonnie Eagle High School from the Aventures of Art Program done last fall.
For example, I use online tools like graphic design software, collaborative platforms, and digital art applications to model creative processes, facilitate hands-on learning, and encourage collaboration among students. I also was able to use new technology, like AI into projects to allow students to create one of a kind designs using the free platform Canva, rather than using images from the internet.
Below, click the title of each to see powerpoints and other online tools used for the art classroom:
Times Square Show Powerpoint
Portrait Photography Artist Powerpoint
Virtual Art Gallery for Bonny Eagle High School
Elements of Design Tile Powerpoint for Ceramics 4 at Biddeford High School
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