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Jun 19, 2009
The Development of Theatre Sports
In: Theater Education
By: Jo Murphy
Theatresports is a form of improvisational theatre, which is powered by impromptu scripting in the form of competition, using audience participation for dramatic effect. more...
Jun 14, 2009
Mapping Diversity to Foster Cultural Competency
In: Arts Education (general)
Build up a picture of the culture of countries as creative arts students use giant interactive maps to locate where cultural activities have come from and travelled to. more...
Jun 5, 2009
Ways to Teach Rhythm and Meter
In: Music Education
Kevin Tuck says that there are many ways to teach percussion all of which are effective. His article explores the best aspects of the systems that are commonly used. more...
May 28, 2009
Theatre Games for Children
By: Rebecca Taylor May
Theatre games are a great way to boost a child's confidence and promote social interaction, along with fostering an appreciation for the dramatic arts. more...
May 22, 2009
How to Make Paper Mache Plates and Bowls
Paper mache is inexpensive and there is no limit to the expressive sculptural forms students are able to make for the class room or to take home as gifts from school. more...
May 19, 2009
How to Make Painted Clay Words and Numbers
In: Visual Arts Education
Clay words or numbers made by students in art class can be used for many things. Students like to create bright colourful words for their bedroom or playroom door. more...
May 9, 2009
Lori McNee on Developing an Arts Based Practice
An interview with Lori McNee a fulltime professional artist, where she talks about effective ways to develop an arts based practice. more...
May 8, 2009
Versatile Dyes Suitable for Multi Media Projects
Vegetable dyes are a favourite with primary arts teachers. They are safe and wash easily from children's hands and clothes while children achieve beautiful colour. more...
May 1, 2009
How to Make Fossils with Primary Students
Art activities can be further enriched when they are linked to other subjects. This primary art activity sequence can be linked to science and history units. more...
Apr 24, 2009
How to Make New Zealand POI
In: Dance Education
Teaching students how to make the dancers artifacts called Poi can be fun. Materials do not cost much and the simple instructions are easy to follow. more...
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