Educator Development

USING THE ARTS TO ENHANCE STUDENT LEARNING

Teaching science through dance. Bringing history to life with drama. Central Iowa educators discover the benefits of integrating arts across the curriculum. Students are more engaged and enthusiastic in class. Learning reaches new heights. These are the lessons that last.

Experts in arts-integration strategies provide educators with the tools and support to transform their classrooms. Through interactive workshops, demonstration teaching, and coaching, educators discover new ways to reach students with diverse learning styles.

If you are a school leader interested in partnering to bring training to your educators, email education@dmpa.org to set up an exploratory conversation about how we can best support your goals.

IN TEACHERS' WORDS

“The ability for all students to access this content – ‘the on ramp to learning’.”

“Connections for ALL abilities”

“How this can make our learning more accessible to our ELL students.”

“Amazing!! Very authentic and engaging.”

“Left wanting more. Could have done this work all day. Didn’t spend any of the time thinking about getting my room ready. Just wanted to be engaged in the learning.”

“Every student can feel success.”

“I’m excited to implement interactive techniques to keep students engaged and enhance learning.”