The Art of Teaching Essay

Religious Art of the Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist traditions One of main characteristics of religious art that makes it different from other forms of modern art or contemporary art is the art is being used to convey some sort of religious concept with the intention instructing, reminding, and edifying. In the various statues of Ganeshia, son of Shiva the followers of the Hindu faith are instructed in the ways to overcome Mayan or the dream that they live in. Embedded in the statue are symbols to…

had recently ended and Germany’s industry was just getting back on its feet. Walter Gropius, German architect and the Bauhaus School’s founder, felt that there needed to be a better unity of art, design, and industry. He thought the manufacturing during his time was soulless and lacked creativity and that art was losing its place in society. Feeling personally responsible to be the necessary change, Gropius went on to create the Bauhaus school. The Focus of the Bauhaus was to eliminate the…

Bruce Lee was a revered Martial Artist, Actor, and filmmaker and creator of the Martial Arts style, Jeet Kune Do. Before his profound fame and popularity rose to the top of the charts, Bruce was already a child actor in the movie called the green hornet. Bruce, born Lee Jun Fan on November 27th, 1940 in San Francisco, California, was born in both the hour and year of the dragon. Lee's father was a Hong Kong Opera singer. Lee received the name Bruce from a nurse at his birthing hospital. As a…

Every teacher has their own unique teaching style. The film Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix presents three separate examples of teachers. There is Professor Umbridge’s approach of reading and copying from the books, Professor Snape’s learn fast or die trying technique, and Harry Potter’s method of hands on real world experience. Each of the teachers generate different results in terms of student capabilities and confidence. Although there are many teaching styles, those similar to…

When learning that I was going to be taking an art class this semester, I instantly became nervous. I always liked art, but I am not very good at it. It was nerve-racking because I have not been in an art class since 6th grade. This is because we had the choice between art and band, and I loved being in the band. My 6th grade art teacher was not very supportive and if the art was not up to her standards she would give you a bad grade, or make you redo it. Thinking back I could not recall a time…

prestigious and a conservative college for smart female students. In reality, it is a college for females that was established in the 1875 and has some notable alumni namely; Hillary Clinton and Pamela Sawyer. While Katherine Watson, the lecturer for the art history course, came from Oakland State, California. Betty Warren, one of the students, noted her reason to teach at Wellesley College which is to make a difference. The Italian professor, Bill Dunbar also added that the school needs her and…

In the beginning of time, there is a central idea that religion shaped all areas of life. Literature and art shaped life in China as the rise of many emperors began to occur. An accurate view of the past provides a clear explanation as to how countries from centuries ago still thrive today. Early Chinese history is shaped by major events that occurred amongst four dynasties. Invaders changed life in India and affected their cultures and values. Different religions began to rise from invaders…

going to college have a new experience ahead. They are going to face new professors, block schedules, and other changes. The college experience is superior to the high school experience based on class options, the living situations and, professor teaching styles. One way that the college experience surpasses the high school experience is that students have more class options. In high school, students have set mandate classes that each student must take in order to graduate. For example, high…

My vision as a Middle School Coordinator is in line with the Site Improvement Plan. I thrive on opportunities to improve my practice and support others with theirs. I aim to promote highly effective teaching and learning pedagogies to improve student achievement and engagement. High expectations for students, with rigor and engagement is a key focus of mine. Criteria 1 I maintain a professional, honest and courteous level of communication with all students, parents and colleagues within the…

When I say the word “Art”, what do you think of? Do you imagine little children in grade school trying their hardest to color inside of the lines? Do you picture macaroni necklaces and hand-turkey paintings that your kids bring home from school? Well, if this is what you thought of, you would not be wrong. However, all of these customary art projects, that we have all done as children, are just the beginning of the growth our creative minds. But why is it that using art to grow the minds of…