Introducing reclaimed materials into the art classroom provides students with unique opportunities to connect ordinary, discarded objects with unique, personal artistic creations. In an effort to better understand this connection, this article explores existing pedagogical precedents that support the role of the inclusion of reclaimed materials in…

Trimis and Savva detail the in-depth studio approach, which enables students to explore materials and techniques in-depth and to progress in developmental stages, as part of a larger study of museum education in Cyprus. Their aim was to introduce preservice teachers to ways of implementing programs that link museum education with art activities in…

Provides a series of instructional activities and material concerning African art. Includes four color plates of African artwork. Accompanying materials include cultural, historical background information on each piece, as well as, learning activities. Artwork is from Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, and Zaire. (MJP)