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Why Art Matters
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#VisualArtsEdMattersNAEA recently launched a new advocacy campaign entitled #VisualArtsEdMatters. Find resources that provide the key tools for the campaign and information about how to participate.
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10 Lessons the Arts Teach by Elliot EisnerThe late Elliot Eisner, former Professor of Education at Stanford University, identified 10 lessons which are clarified through the study of art in schools.
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Learning In a Visual Age: The Critical Importance of Visual Arts EducationThis pivotal monograph explores why visual arts education is more important than ever.
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Don Masse
August Mentor, Art Educator
Monthly Mentor Posts
- Meet our August Mentor, Don Masse! Masse has taught since 2001 at Zamorano Fine Arts Academy—a large, diverse public elementary school in San Diego, CA. He is firmly committed to introducing his students to the work of contemporary artists from various backgrounds and creative fields of expertise. Masse does so because students become better engaged with visual art content and design challenges when they can see these elements being used by artists working in today’s world. Check out his blog below:
- Mural Making: Pride of Place
- Contemporary Art in the Classroom
National Art Education Foundation
The National Art Education Foundation (NAEF) invests in innovative initiatives to support instructional practice, research, and leadership in visual arts education.
NAEA Virtual Art Educators
Professional learning from anywhere in the world! Access live and archived webinars, workshops, and more. Earn continuing education or university credit!
