Training Workshops for Docents and Teachers

Group Training Workshops

Group training workshops are held during September-October at Art in Action in Menlo Park, CA (get directions). Seating is limited, so please make advance reservations, see schedule below.

Custom Training Workshops

Custom training workshops at your school are available any time of the year. For details and cost, please contact us at 650.566.8339 or 1.888.566.1982, or email us.

Training by Conference Call

• You practice asking interpretive questions, helping students understand each masterpiece, and transitioning from discussion of the masterpiece to demonstration of the project.

Demonstrating techniques for each project:

• You review sketching, drawing, and clay techniques and learn how to use various mediums while creating mini versions of several projects.

Creating a positive classroom atmosphere:

• You learn tips on encouraging students to express their observations during discussion and extend their art skills during the project.

Managing the classroom or art room:

• You learn how to set up, clean up, and store materials.

Integrating the lessons into the general curriculum:

• You learn how to incorporate Art in Action lessons into language arts, social studies, science, music, and math.