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When scrolling through Pinterest, it is easy to accumulate art activities to do with students. The problem with many of these art projects is that they are product-oriented. This means that the focus is on the outcome, or the finished piece. This differs from process-oriented art, which focuses on the actual experience.
Providing students with a finished example and step-by-step instructions is product-oriented art. Only providing materials and allowing the student to create how they want, however, is process-oriented. Although product oriented art may look more esthetically pleasing to the adult eye, it is important for educators to remember that children learn more by participating in process-oriented art. Be cautious of art projects that are not open-ended when creating lesson plans. |
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Appropriate Art Activities
Another consideration to make when selecting art activities is to think of how much work the child will be doing as opposed to how much you as the educator will be doing to assist them. If you are doing significantly more work, the activity may not be appropriate for the child at this time. Before choosing an art activity, ask yourself, “What is the child getting out of this?” Many projects on Pinterest appeal to adults as “cute” or an attractive item to display or give to parents. Keep the child’s interests and needs in mind when planning art. Try to keep a realistic view of classrooms. No one’s classroom looks like a Pinterest classroom all of the time. Do not be discouraged if a project doesn’t turn out perfect. All that matters is that your students are growing and learning! |
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