Artistic to the Core: Music and Common Core | Edutopia - 0 views
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Our Common Core Standards exist to support students' future success -- namely, college and career readiness.
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I feel confident asserting that creativity and problem-solving skills acquired through arts training have prepared my students uniquely for their future success
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These are the two biggest mental blocks I see: I am not a musician/singer/artist myself, so I do not feel comfortable with the art forms. There is no instructional time available to do anything "extra."
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Teachers must think on their feet, modify plans on the spot, approach content from different angles, support uniqueness, and inspire and foster growth.
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Holding onto misconceptions might prevent you from unlocking your students' creativity, originality and spark for learning
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Start with a standard or concept you need to address. Ask yourself the following questions, and jot down all ideas you can. Your creative brainstorming will take your students beyond worksheets and unlock your creativity as a teacher and your students' enjoyment of the learning process.
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This is an interesting read that was linked on Dr. Bauer's resources discussing the connections of arts and common core standards.
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This informative Edutopia article by blogger and professor Karin Nolan encourages educators about the simplicity about integrating their current teaching approach and curriculum structure with a standards-based curriculum. You do not have be a musician to satisfy the standards either.
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This is a great article for the classroom teacher who is looking arts integrated lessons.