PRINTMAKING EXPERIENCES

We did many different printmaking processes in class. But there are so many other possibilities. Think of another material or way of making prints. This is your opportunity to think outside the box. If you can't think of any, find a new printmaking process on the internet that is suitable for children, ages 2 to 8. Describe this printmaking process, what skills children will learn, and how math or science standards are addressed. Be specific with the standards addressed. In order to do this, you will have to go to the Ohio Department of Education website and look for the link to the standards in each discipline & grade level. Just choose one grade level that your printmaking activity is appropriate for & state three specific standards that could be addressed.

WAITING FOR SUPERMAN

As future teachers, I highly recommend that you see the documentary film, "Waiting for Superman". It may still be playing at Levis Commons, and a matinee ticket is $7.25. Remember to bring a box of kleenex with you. If you can't afford to see the film, then I encourage you to visit the website, www.waitingforsuperman.com. If you check all components of the website, it will give you some sense of what the film is about. Students that have seen the film should also visit the website as well. You might also google the Kipp Schools; the Harlem Children's Zone; and the Manchester Bidwell Corporation. All are agents of change for a better education for our children. Once you have done some investigating, please address the following question.

Since we have spent much of our discussion this semester on the Reggio Emilia Schools, which have a major visual art component in the curriculum, do you feel that these schools can compete with the other schools (mentioned above) in insuring that ALL children have a quality education and can be successful adults? Can the visual arts really help underprivileged children to succeed? Please site specific examples in your response. You may check other websites to help you answer this question. Please site your sources.

You have until November 18th to respond to this question. Your response should be no less than 150 words.