Fine Arts Educator Coaching Clinics

In this second part of episode 19, Chris Neal and I discuss several techniques to promote self care and mindfulness. These meditations and guided practices are great for teachers, parents, students- anyone. Chris also discusses the benefits and simplicity of beginning a mindfulness practice and offers several tools and resources to help begin your journey. Be sure to listen to part 1 of Episode 19...

In this episode, Chris Neal discusses how to promote self care for fine arts teachers . We identify some examples of physical and other symptoms, as well as some common performance stress norms that can be beneficial. But what happens when those stresses that served so well in performance mode push you past the brink in a classroom setting? Tune in for a great first part episode that discusses the...

In this episode, Dr. Alaina Johnson takes us on a brief tour of the inner workings of a teen/tween creative student. Whether it’s art, dance, music, theatre, or another of the creative arts, Dr. Alaina has valuable advice to help parents and teachers understand what the student is thinking, feeling, and experiencing.  Great for parents, teachers, mentors, lesson instructors, and anyone that intera...

We are joined by Krista Garrett of the Garett Music Academy. Krista talks about her unique music school that focuses on positively influencing the mental health of her students, ages ranging from toddlers to senior citizens. Krista explores beyond the notes and rhythms to explore how music education positively impacts teens, neurodivergent students, special needs students, and dementia patients. D...

Ever have an admin ask you to incorporate more literacy in your fine arts class? Ever feel like you could be doing more to help influence the young minds beyond the normal role of a fine arts teacher? Episode 16 mentions a few online resources to help make this a meaningful and relevant experience for you and your students. I also go through the process of using AI - ChatGPT (who I call CHAD for b...

Join us to hear about effective communication between fine arts teachers and administrators. In this interview, Region 4 ESC Fine Arts Coordinator Nick Luggerio walks us through several different scenarios and situations where knowing both sides of the conversation is crucial to communicating effectively. Also hear about the great professional development opportunities Region 4 ESC provides fine a...

In this episode, we speak with Matthew Lawrence and Esme Wu from Houston’s Alley Theatre about their arts integration and community education programs.  Staging+ and Alley in Residence serve local students and schools in Houston, not only through theatre practices, but through making academics come alive in meaningful and memorable ways.   For all grade levels, Pre-K through Grade 12, and for all...

In this episode... We are joined by music educator and innovator, Steve Moreland. Steve talks about the development of his high school music program that focuses on a different approach to learning music. This modern method fosters collaboration between the Fine Arts and Core Academics while focusing on student engagement and creativity. This is not your typical or traditional approach to music ed...

This week, we have our first interview with Visual Arts Educator and Advocate, Anthony Hurlburt, who describes his experiences with Visual Thinking Strategies in the visual arts classroom. Anthony describes his journey to becoming a visual arts educator and the events that led him to using Visual Thinking Strategies. He also talks about the importance of observing not only visual art but all fine...

Is it time to search elsewhere for a new opportunity? Fine Arts Teachers are known to be the staple, the constant, at many campuses. What happens when you're ready to move on? Join us in this episode to hear some tips about the process, from researching potential jobs, writing a resume, questions to consider for interviews, and marketing yourself on social media. Like what you hear? Follow us...

What are some "Grow Points" that teachers face during those End of Year Evaluations with campus admin? How do we respond to those pushes when we have been working so hard to maintain and promote our own programs all year? In this episode, we explore some of the more common "Growth Points" for fine arts teacher evaluations, and offer some options for solutions. https://twitter.c...

In Episode 9 we explore a different lesson structure for fine arts. Aimed at reducing the student excuse, "I can do this when we do it all together. I don't know why I can't do it alone," this episode can help you close the gaps on student achievement. The strong first teach reduces the chances you will need to teach the same lesson twice. Click on the episode to learn the techni...

In Episode 8, we modify some prompts from Alice Keeler's article "100 Prompts for Teachers to Ask Chat GPT" through a Fine Arts perspective. From making newsletters, finding instructional resources, differentiating song lyrics, and creating a scope and sequence, how else can we use Chat GPT in arts education?

Episode 7 takes a look at managing Classroom Behavior - from enhancing our own mindset to creating simple rules/consequences for students.  Use the "Addressing Student Behavior" resources on the FAECC.org website for more information as well as a practice guide.  This is the final component to our three part "Classroom Management" series.   Visit our website FAECC.org for more infor...

Episode 6 explores the future evolution of Fine Arts Education, posing questions about the viability of past fine arts methods and the reluctance of moving forward.  We also discuss a few possibilities of what could become true with new instructional techniques. Visit our website at faecc.org for information, links, and resources.

In this episode, we explore a few options of how to teach routines to students, as well as identifying several routines you could create to streamline your class.  This is part 2 of our original episode 1 - Classroom Management.   Be sure to visit our website www.faecc.org for more information, links, and resources.

In this updated version of Episode 1, we take a look at one component of Routines and Procedures, The Agenda.  Look for follow up episodes for part 2 and 3 - Creating Routines and Addressing Student Behavior.   Check out our website and resources at https://www.faecc.org/

In Episode 4 we take a slight detour to identifying where we are on our professional path.  Not every teacher actively seeks the next step, some don't know where to start, and some get stuck on a certain teaching skill.  This episode explores some questions that may help clarify your own goals.  Be sure to let us know what you would like to hear more about in the next episode!

A short episode that explains how to craft concept-based questions as exit tickets using the Lesson Objective as a guide.  Within the episode, I discuss a possibility for each of the four fine art contents - Dance, Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts.   Visit the faecc.org website for transcripts, contact information, socials, and resources.

Fine Arts Educator Coaching Clinics Podcast presents an episode about planning, gathering, and using data in Fine Arts classes. It's not as difficult as you may think!  Step by step guides, free template resources, and more.  Go to the website - faecc.org for more information.

Join us for coaching clinic podcasts developed to support fine arts educators.  These interactive podcasts offer the opportunity to practice teacher moves and explore how we teach our craft. Check back regularly for updates and added sessions. www.faecc.org