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June 10, 2011Ideas for using digital cameras in classroom lessons
This article suggests 10 ways that educators can use visual media in classroom lessons. Using a digital camera, students can take photos and video as part of original public-service announcements, create multimedia book reports on Glogster or organize a fictional crime-scene investigation. Tech & Learning (6/2011) Read more at:
http://www.techlearning.com/article/39404
NYC schools see decline in certified arts teachers
YC schools see decline in certified arts teachers
The number of certified arts teachers in New York City schools declined 5% in the 2009-10 school year, compared with figures for the previous year, according to a report released Thursday. The report, by the Center for Arts Education, supports the theory that art, dance, music and theater are subjects that often suffer most under budget cuts. Others predict a new round of layoffs will lead to an additional 15% decline in teachers who specialize in the arts. The New York Times (tiered subscription model)/City Room blog (6/9) Reach more at…
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/06/09/even-before-layoffs-schools-lost-135-arts-teachers/
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