"I took this course so that I could enhance my DODDS teaching license as I was in need of an art methods class in order to add grades 4 and 5 to my license.
What I got out of this course was much more. I learned so much about styles of art and basics that I can incorporate into my every day teaching in math and science in middle school. I have always wanted to include art in my cross-curricular teaching, but I have always relied on the art teacher at my school to find ways to enhance my lessons. I now feel well equipped with an arsenal of ideas that I can use myself as well as share with the art teacher for greater cross-curricular activities and lessons.
The FOCUS and cartooning lessons are unique to Professor Martin. I feel that these were the highlight of this course. I could immediately see many ways to improve my own artwork (upgrading from stick figures to actual people!) as well as provide step-by-step basics for my students creating cartoons and posters. Students have to create posters every year in the classroom. The easy process Professor Martin teaches is something that will stay with your students for a lifetime. And, you can only get it from him!
I highly recommend taking this course. It made me look at my own curriculum through a different lens.It is a class that will help any teacher teaching any subject at any grade level. I created lessons to enhance science, social studies, and math.""
~ Laura Brown
7th and 8th Grade Math and Science Teacher,
Department of Defense Schools, Germany
"I really liked the textbook used in this class. It was very informative regarding art concepts, and the project ideas were amazing. I also liked the constant feedback from Phillip; he is very knowledgeable and helpful.
I created a ton of ideas to add art into the everyday curriculum. The class is interesting, informational, and a great way to gather ideas for classroom art projects that have substance behind them."
~ Julie Buelow, Substitute Teacher
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
"The Teaching Art for Non-Art Teachers course caught my eye because I have always thought of myself as artistically challenged. In taking this course I was hoping to improve my knowledge of the visual arts, as well as obtain ideas for integrating art creatively into the content areas with hands-on engaging activities. During the course I learned a multitude about technical art terms, artists and their famous works, and techniques for creating art.
I gathered an entire file with literacy and web resources, including lesson plans to use in my classroom! Phillip is a wonderful, insightful instructor with a very impressive resume, both in and out of the classroom. His guidance and support have helped me gain confidence in my ability to learn and create art!
Unfortunately, due to funding shortages across many school districts, art programs are being eliminated. Teaching Art for Non-Art Teachers will help all teachers keep art alive and well in our schools!"
~ Carrie Wilkerson, 6th Grade Bilingual Teacher
West Palm Beach, Florida
