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Arts Education Feature Writer: Rachel Wills

Arts Education teachers work together so that students of dance, drama, fine art, music and all of the expressive languages can see the bigger creative picture.

Here you will find articles about dance, drama, singing, music and the Fine Arts. They will introduce you to ideas about teaching and learning through the Arts in ways that develop resiliency and self esteem. Blogs will look at the lighter side of the arts and expand on article ideas and topics. Appreciation of and involvement in the arts broadens education and contributes to a healthy curriculum.


Feature Writer Articles in Arts Education

 		Glossary on the Color Wheel Chart for Students
Basic terminology on color mixing can sometimes be overlooked within art lessons, such as the definition of a primary color. The following color glossary will clarify.
Drama Lesson Plan on Structuring Dramatic Plays
Students in drama arts need to have a basic understanding of the story arc of a play before being able to critique any story. A simple drama activity serves to inform.
Online Art Lesson Plan on Symmetry
The art teacher may encourage art students to find their own design ideas via an art activity exploring symmetry.
Creating a Scheme of Work for Drama Education
Producing a scheme of work for drama requires considerable planning. Where does the drama tutor begin?
Drama Education on Fictional Character Study
Understanding what makes a particular character memorable is an essential part of drama class. Students may find the answers via specially devised drama activities.
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Contributing Articles in Arts Education

 		Five Free Music Websites to Improve Note Reading
A guide to some free music websites available on the Internet to help music students improve their note reading skills.
Five Free Music Websites to Improve Ear Training
A guide to some free music websites available on the Internet to help music students do well on music examinations and help all musicians develop their inner ear.
Teaching Music to Very Young Children
Many parents wonder if their preschooler can handle music lessons. The answer is yes, with a little bit of parental guidance.
The Best Gingerbread Man Cookie Hunt
When the Gingerbread Man runs away from the classroom, the students end up on a fun journey throughout the school to find their missing gingerbread man cookies.
Motivating the Music Student
Practice may make perfect, but young musicians will never know for sure if they can't find the motivation. Here are strategies to keep the music playing.
Coping With Stage Fright and Performance Anxiety
Stage fright and performance anxiety are part of performing music, but they can be overcome. Adequate practice, rehearsals and experience help musicians cope with nerves.
Learn Violin
No matter their age, beginning violinists are very sensitive to their tone. However, several exercises can help beginning violinists develop a pleasing, musical tone.
How to Overcome Stage Fright
Stage fright can be a challenge to deal with when one is a performer. However, with mastery, perspective and the memory of past performances, one can shine on stage.
The Importance of Art Trips in Art Education
Art teachers should never underestimate the importance in art education of students actually seeing art.
Kindergarten Drama Lesson on Expressing Feelings
Children can't always explain what they feel emotionally in situations of anger, love, frustration, relief; drama activities develop their ability to express themselves
Drama Lesson on Mirror Images and Human Puppets
Drama lesson activities on the theme of mirrors and puppets develop synchronization of movement, sharing ideas, working cooperatively and creating effects with the body.
Free Art Lesson Plans & Art Curriculum for Kids
Free art lesson plans and online visual arts resources can provide a comprehensive art curriculum for kids, allowing parents and teachers to create fun kids' art classes.
Techniques and Strategies for Practicing Piano
Strategies for practicing piano include using a metronome, dividing difficult sections into smaller chunks, playing with hands apart, and playing at different tempos.
Quality Versus Quantity in Piano Practice
How much to practice is only part of successful piano lessons. As important is knowing how to practice. Learning piano requires developing mindful practice skills.
How to Direct a Drama Camp
Surprise and delight audiences by directing youth to produce a play over the course of a one week drama camp.
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