Art History

Art history is an important subject for students.  It allows students to go back and think about where the paintings came from and what the meaning is behind the painting.  It also gives the students a glimpse into what the artist was thinking while painting the piece.  Students can also learn about the country in which the art came from and how it was created.  When teaching art history in my classroom I want to incorporate a picture walk with audio.  I want students to be able to observe the piece while listening about it.  I believe this would give students a better understanding.  The students will be able to observe and really look at the art while the audio version will give them a better understanding.  I will then allow the students to give me their opinion about the art.  I want them to be able to ask question and give their opinion.  This allows me to become closer with my students. After viewing the art and having a discussion, I would then have students pick their favorite artist or art and make a work of art following that technique or style.  I think students will enjoy making art like a famous artist, also students will be able to learn and have fun which is what my goal is for students when I become a teacher.

Footprint

This is a project that I made in Art Methods.  I drew an outline of my foot on a piece of construction paper.  I then wrote my name on my footprint and filled it with pictures and drawings of the things that describe me.  The daisies on the heel represent my favorite season which is spring and also daisies are my favorite flower.  The Christmas tree represents my favorite holiday.  The dog, cat, and penguin represent my favorite animals.  I am always listening to music and I like to sing.  That is why there are music notes.  Finally, the barn represent that I grew up on a farm and I like to live in the country.

When I become a teacher I can use a project similar to this with my students.  Yes, I could use it to have students introduce themselves in the beginning of the school year but I can also use it in different subjects.  I could use it in history.  Students can pick a famous president or figure and make a footprint based on a famous act they have done in history.  I could also use it in science.  Students can pick a famous experiment and place the important aspects of that experiment on the footprint.  The possibilities are endless.  This is a great activity that I believe many students would enjoy to do.