@RutgersAltRoute The first time I was asked to make an SGO assessment I used a traditional multiple-choice & short-answer method for art. I found that it wasn't really conducive to the subject matter I teach so I had to reflect and adapt it moving forward. I do still-life assessments now.
@RutgersAltRoute In art, I always ensure that students understand that mistakes are part of learning. Any feedback I give highlights effort and provides steps to achieve mastery. My goal is to frame their work as iterations towards a final product.
@RutgersAltRoute Nonverbal expectations are motivational posters around my classroom. Verbal would be positive narration, offering encouraging feedback, and really pushing for effort.
@RutgersAltRoute Mindset determines how the student will go about their day in class; facing challenges, pushing through all exercises, asking questions, interacting with classmates and the teacher. A fixed mindset is very limiting to growth.
@EmiliaKudelko@RutgersAltRoute Hey Emilia, I've found that this is one of the best ways to empower students. As an art teacher I understand that there are students at many different artistic levels, and so providing these words of encouragement can be very beneficial to bridging those gaps.
@cnicholson029@RutgersAltRoute Hey Chris, as an art teacher, visuals are something I rely on heavily for gen-ed. I agree that this allows them to learn at the same rate as everyone else.
@Ms_Ruberte@RutgersAltRoute Losing momentum can throw the entire class out of whack, this is something I've struggled with this year especially. Setting clear routines will be something I focus on more next school year.