The Creativity Department

K12ArtChat the Podcast

Arts EN ↓ 324 episodes

A podcast for K-12 art educators interested in connecting with colleagues and ideas. Each episode, hosted by Matt and Laura Grundler, takes you backstage with guest hosts from #K12ArtChat to dig into the latest art education innovations and resources. You’ll find tips, tools, and inspiration to keep you connected and moving forward.

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Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.11 - The Power of a PLN 16.01.2020 19:14

#TeamGrundler talks with good friend Chris Parker about why having a PLN can help you professionally, as well as personally.

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.10 - Things you want to say more of for 2020 09.01.2020 27:21

Matt & Laura talk about the importance of Reflection of the year past and what they would like to say more of in the upcoming year.

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.8 - Augmented Reality & Beyond - w/ Tim Needles 12.12.2019 29:45

Team Grundler talks with guest host Tim Needles about the impact Augmented Reality has on a Creative Classroom and learning for students.

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.7 - Aspiring Leadership & Creativity (Feat. Joshua Stamper) 05.12.2019 35:00

Team Grundler sit down and talk with Joshua Stamper, about the importance of Aspiring Leadership and Creativity, not only for Administratiors but as an educators too!

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.6 - Gratitude 28.11.2019 33:57

Team Grundler talks with guest host Jen Holsinger-Raybourn about how to infuse the idea of Gratitude in the classroom as well as personally!

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.5 - Toyota Dream Car Art Contest - Minisode 21.11.2019 13:40

This is about where to find all of the information about the Toyota Dream Car Art contest along with an extension lesson plan written by @ArtGuy76

Creativity Dept - S2 - Ep.4 - Art & Craftsmanship Featuring Russell Richmond 21.11.2019 31:08

Team Grundler talks with guest host, teacher & Ceramist, Russell Richmond, about how to strike the balance on Art and Craftsmanship.

Creativity Dept Podcast - S2 Ep.3 - Taking a Risk 14.11.2019 29:17

Talking with Christine Ravesi-Weinstein about the importance of RISK not just for students, but for teachers too!

Creativity Department - Ep.2 S2 07.11.2019 28:48

Matt & Laura talk about the big change in the name, along with some of the things they have been doing the past couple of weeks.

Artistic Fear, Self-Doubt & The Inner Critic - @jealouscurator 31.10.2019 29:43

Ways to work through your own artistic fears and help silence your inner critic with Danielle Krysa.

Different Views, Same Names with Matt Weimann and Matt Cockrell 27.06.2019 30:22

They may have the same name, but their views couldn't be more different! Join Matt as he discusses all the variations the world of education brings!

Episode 38 - Mistakes & Creativity: A Winning Combination with Claudio Zavala 20.06.2019 29:53

You might not always think it, but mistakes and creativity go hand-in-hand. Listen as Team Grundler discusses this winning combination with Claudio Zavala.

Creating Meaningful Conversation Around Artwork with Trevor Bryan 13.06.2019 33:48

Join Matt and Laura as they chat with Trevor Bryan, author of the Art of Comprehension, about bringing the arts into the classroom and fostering meaningful conversations around art.

Curriculum Slam with Michelle Ridlen 06.06.2019 28:43

Where has creativity in the classroom gone? Join Matt and Laura as they explore creativity and curriculum slams with Curriculum Content Specialist Michelle Ridlen.

Ep 35 Drawing as a Thinking Process with Manuel Herrera 23.05.2019 44:18

Join Team Grundler as they explore the world of visual thinking with guest Manuel Herrera.

Ep 34 Surviving the End of the Year with Matt & Laura Grundler 16.05.2019 25:54

Struggling with the end of the year? Tune in as Matt and Laura talk about teacher survival tips!

Ep 33 Connecting with Class with Matthew Weimann 09.05.2019 28:26

What's your definition of creativity? Join teacher Matthew Weimann and Team Grundler as they chat about how to make something from nothing and how to connect creativity across all classrooms.

Ep 32 Finding Your Teacher Voice with Michael Bell 25.04.2019 35:19

How do you show up for students and still show up for your own creative self? In this episode, artist, author, educator and supervisor Michael Bell joins Team Grundler in an inspiring conversation on developing your own teacher voice.

Ep 31 The Keys to Creative Assessments with Katie White 18.04.2019 37:04

It's the conundrum we've all faced as educators: how do you assess creativity? In this episode, Laura and Matt chat with author Katie White about her book Unlocked: Assessment as the Key to Everyday Creativity in the Classroom. Discover all the ways assessments can connect with the creative process.

Ep. 30 Creatively Productive with Lisa Johnson 11.04.2019 39:04

Think creativity and productivity can't happen simultaneously? Think again. In this episode, Team Grundler chats with Lisa Johnson about how process and product can combine in how we get stuff done.

Ep. 29 Making Music through Makerspaces with Shawna Longo 04.04.2019 42:57

If you're on the makerspace train but need some help with getting it going, this is for you. Music educator and STEAM advocate Shawna Longo joins Team Grundler to chat about how to build a makerspace that makes sense for you and your students.

Ep. 28 Fibers in the Family and Classroom with Christine Miller 28.03.2019 32:53

Have you tried using Fiber Art? Tune in as Christine Miller shares helpful tips and ideas for bringing this medium to life in and out of the classroom.

Ep. 26 Making It: Teaching Artist Edition with Nic Hahn and Billy Kheel 21.03.2019 41:55

Thinking about utilizing a teaching artist? Tune into this episode as teacher Nic Hahn, celebrity artist Billy Kheel from NBC's Making It and Team Grundler discuss the in's and out's of a teaching artist residency.

Ep. 25 Artistic Options for Student Choice with Scott Nunes 14.03.2019 35:46

Interested in providing more student choice in your classroom? Scott Nunes shares some specific ways to include a variety of artistic options for students throughout your curriculum.

How to Get an Arts Integration Certificate 07.03.2019 31:02

Thinking about getting an arts integration certificate? Curious about what that means for your career? Tune into this special episode to learn how this can help you take the next step.