Part I – Visualizing
Understanding
The 6 Stages of Clay: Shows the various stages of clay that a student will learn.
The Pinch Pot, The Slab, and The Coil: Demonstrates three processes of working with clay.
Making a Pinch Pot: Demonstrates a step-by-step process of making a pinch pot for any age group.
Clay
Pinch Pot: This infographic shows a more detailed process
of making a pinch pot and detailing the pot by adding various designs.
Owl Ornament
Owl
Ornament: This
infographic shows another step-by-step process of making an owl ornament out of
clay which can be adapted to any age group.
I have been working as a clay sculptor since 1984 and teaching in this discipline since 1985 where I have used many visualizations to help students understand the process of working with clay. Many teachers are afraid to use this medium because they are unaware of how to use it.
Part II – Process Analysis
In
addition to using infographics, I choose to use visual boards that have a lot
of information on them to prepare students for new lessons as they are filled
with many examples of the assignment.
Many students are visual learners, these infographics and visual boards
are great teaching devices for students and teachers.
Thank you, Michelle, for your commitment to embedding art education alongside other subject disciplines. In the past illustration and art was very much a part of school experience. The way we live our lives is art and is a natural human expression. With your expertise, determination and artistry, you will make a difference in lives of Pueblo students.
ReplyDeleteI commend you and will follow your progress and achievements, for sure!
Appreciatively,
Frances