Teaching Philosophy

Art education fosters students' creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and personal expression. My teaching philosophy centers around the idea that nurturing an inclusive environment that encourages self-expression through creative practices can help students develop and deepen cognitive thinking and awareness and advance gross motor skills. Additionally, art has been a vital tool that transcends traditional academic boundaries by communicating visually, which may not be possible through verbal language. This allows students to connect and empathize with others across cultures by exploring and engaging with the world around them. Additionally, art education should foster an appreciation and conception of historical and cultural contexts by integrating art history and historical narratives. This would broaden a student’s perspective on the importance of enriching practices across cultures and cultivate an appreciation for diversity and social understanding.

In my future classroom, I want to prioritize a student-centered approach. This approach would allow students to explore, take risks, and build confidence by prioritizing each student's needs, interests, and learning styles. It would involve creating an inclusive environment encouraging experimentation, risk-taking, and mistakes that various artistic mediums can explore. By doing so, students would develop confidence in their creative abilities. Additionally, assessment-based learning will be implemented through reflective verbal evaluations of peer creative processes, encouraging students to express and document their creative journey and learning experiences. By doing so, students will understand their artistic development and self-improvement.

Moreover, collaboration and peer feedback are essential to a student's success. Encouraging students to engage with their peers’ artwork cultivates a positive learning community where constructive criticism and feedback support a child’s personal growth and decision-making skills. The collaborative atmosphere prepares students for real-world practice and highlights the gravity of teamwork through creative endeavors.

Ultimately, my goal as an art educator is to inspire students to become critical thinkers, compassionate individuals, and skilled artists. By nurturing their creativity, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts, and encouraging a broader understanding of the world, I aim to equip young learners with the necessary tools to navigate their lives.