VSA - Education - The John F
The resources listed here are designed to help educators and parents gain more useful information on the relationship of arts, education, and disabilities, especially for children with disabilities. As a leader in arts, education, and disabilities, VSA has produced programmatic resources that have proved invaluable to educators and parents alike. Forums and Conferences 2012 Examining the Intersection of Arts Education and Special Education: A National Forum - Proceedings and Executive Summary Leaders working at the intersection of arts education and special education met in July 2012 to explore successes and issues and make recommendations for a new national agenda that would positively impact the education of students with disabilities in and through the arts. 2010 International VSA Education Conference Proceedings Publications Transition to Employment: Model Projects Fostering Careers in the Arts for Youth with Disabilities Arts Education and Special Education Bibliography Lesson Plans top
Adaptions 4 Kidz
Junior loves glitter, its messy, sparkly, and fun to feel, so that makes it perfect as far as Junior is concerned.A few years ago we tried glittering our pumpkin and since then Junior has to have a glitter pumpkin every fall. We can have others decorated differently but we still have to have one covered in glitter. Be warned this is one messy activity but still lots of fun and you end up with a very sparkly pumpkin(probably also a sparkly kid, carpet, chair, table, etc. ) To start you need a pumpkin(preferably one with a stem, we learned that the hard way yesterday), glue, a small dish, paint brush, and glitter. The pumpkin Junior decorated yesterday only had glitter on it. Place your pumpkin on a sheet of paper to keep the glitter mess to a minimum. Then start spreading on the glue. Then start sprinkling on the glitter. Let it dry and then glitter the rest of it.
VSA - Education - The John F
Skip VSA feature images About VSA VSA, the international organization on arts and disability, was founded more than 35 years ago by Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith to provide arts and education opportunities for people with disabilities and increase access to the arts for all. With 52 international affiliates and a network of nationwide affiliates, VSA is providing arts and education programming for youth and adults with disabilities around the world. Each year, 7 million people of all ages and abilities participate in VSA programs, in every aspect of the arts – from visual arts, performing arts, to the literary arts. Four principles guide VSA programs and affiliates: Every young person with a disability deserves access to high quality arts learning experiences. About VSA's Name When founded in 1974, the organization was named the National Committee - Arts for the Handicapped.
5 Smart Supports for Special Artists
Art students with special needs hold a very special place in my heart. In the past, I have worked during the summer as a skilled need provider and respite provider to students with a special needs. I even held a day camp with art activities for special needs students. It was such a learning experience, and I learned so much about life and about art strategies for special needs kids through my work. I want to provide the optimum experience for all students in my art room. I care they get the skills they need and the projects are tailored to the level that is appropriate for each student. Support #1: You are the Teacher One of the most profound things I have learned over my years of teaching is to keep your hopes for all students at the forefront of your classroom. Support #2: Be Creative with Choices What works for one student may not work for all students. Support #3: Visuals My mom is an expert when it comes to working with special needs kids. Support #4: Be a Team Player Mrs. pssst….
Curious George . Mix and Paint
Come play again later! Come play again tomorrow!
Patatap
Sara Green: Art Teacher & Artist
Teaching Art to Students With Special Needs Multi-Handicapped Students I was first assigned to teach a class of multi handicapped students two years ago. I have a group of 12 students for a 40 minute class in the art room once a week. There are links to specific lessons at the bottom of this page- scroll down to find them. General tips: Plan lessons around the senses- sounds, touch, smell, …What can you build into your lessons that can be felt, make sounds or excite the eye etc. In my teaching I often ask many questions but in the MH classes I try to explain rather than use questions because many of my students are non-verbal. Enrich and expand their life experiences through your lessons. Balls in a box- One day my theme was black and white. Colored or regular sand on a tray or in a jar- raking the sand on the tray- shaking to mix colors in a jar.
adaptive tools
A few weeks ago this easel arrived in my room. At my school we have a carpenter that makes adaptive equipment for all the students. His Name is Ron and he is amazing, the school is so lucky to have him. As my students get older their wheelchairs have more difficulty fitting under the tables in the art room. This easel has really made a difference in my classroom.
Zen Brush
Faces iMake - Lite for iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad on the iTunes App Store
