What is Amy Gonna Do Now?

This class has been packed full of ideas and gems for me to take back to my classroom. From actual project ideas to medium techniques. We all have different ideas about what will work best in our own classroom.
What I wanted to touch on was Lauren's teaching style. There were several things that really stood out to me- even though she was injured for most of the week. Firstly, a genuine interest about each of our well-being. I truly believe that trust is a huge part of students being able to let their guard down and be able to start developing their own artistic process. Lauren does a great job creating a safe and supportive environment.
Secondly, Lauren set's high expectations. I find that I will dumb down or water down a project instead of really challenging my students. (For whatever reason) Instead of making my students work and be uncomfortable for a greater result. I'm looking forward to pushing my students a little further. :)
Lastly, Lauren spent substantial time with us individually. In a fifty minute period, it's hard to hit everybody in a class, but I think sitting down with students and spending quality time helps the student to feel valued and provides the teacher with opportunities to truly guide.
Thanks Lauren, for a great class. :)

Stephanie's Translation to Teaching

There is nothing in this class that can not be used in my classroom. I can not wait for school to start! I see my altered book assignment flourishing with the lesson ideas I learned from Lauren. I see my entire sketchbook changing. I plan to have a week long start-up plan to train the first year students on how to sketchbook. I feel like I just learned how to sketchbook myself. I plan on adding the research aspect to their workload. I think that is the most crucial aspect of everything I learned and saw this week. The ideas are endless as well as the lesson plans. The little book concepts are another thing I can use for design projects. AP art will be getting an overhaul as soon as I can get with them too. We will be doing things different in my classroom this year and for the better! Thanks a million Lauren!