The objectives of this study were to 1) investigate the efficiency of Application on Eri Silk to create awareness of Undergraduate students, 2) compare students' achievements before and after learning through Application on Eri Silk to create awareness of Undergraduate students, and 3) examine student satisfaction towards the Application on Eri…

The purpose of this study was to explore the anxiety and stress-reducing effects of drawing, using different drawing materials by promoting the development of student confidence. The drawing activities were designed to foster the exploration of identity, emotion, and sense of self, while encouraging the exploration of materials and mark making.…

Briefly outlines three sculpture projects for secondary students, two using papier mache, one using wood. (SJL)

As inflated prices for art materials become more inflated, art teachers are seeking sources of free materials that can be used to support the goals of art education. Suggests four ways that recyclable materials may be utilized in creative art activities. (Editor/RK)

Described is a Ceramic Clayathon, the purpose of which was to inspire and infuse spirit through the cross-fertilization of ideas. Four high schools were involved and events included no-handed-clay, tallest clay form, crazy coil, etc. Pictures of winning entries are included. (KC)

Lost-wax casting in sterling silver is a costly experience for the average high school student. However, this jewelry process can be learned at no cost if scrap aluminum is used instead of silver, and soap bars are used instead of wax. This lost-soap aluminum casting process is described. (Author/KC)

Presents instructions for building a simple, inexpensive, one-piece loom that is easy for students and teachers to work with, transport, and store. A short list of books for weaving instruction is appended. (Author/SJL)

Cement offers many creative possibilities for school art programs. Instructions are given for sculpting with fiber-cement and sand-cement, as well as for finishing processes and the addition of color. Safety is stressed. (IS)

Presents background information which will help teachers undertake leaded-glass projects in secondary-level art classes. Instructions cover simple designs, pattern construction, glass-cutting techniques, leading methods, and project assembly. (AM)

Presents an art activity in which the students engrave white lines into black by scratching away the surface of a prepared ink facing to make scratchboard drawings. Discusses the different types of scratchboard, explains how students can make scratchboard themselves, and describes the process of drawing on scratchboard in detail. (CMK)

AN ART CURRICULUM IS IMPORTANT IN DEVELOPING CREATIVE HUMAN EFFORT BY A PROCESS OF LEARNING THROUGH STUDY AND ACTION. SUCCESSFUL ART EDUCATION AIDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ALL AREAS OF LEARNING WHERE DISCOVERY AND CREATIVITY ARE SOUGHT. EACH PERSON IN THE REALM OF EDUCATION, FROM THE ART COORDINATOR TO THE PARENT, HAS A ROLE TO PLAY IN THE ART…

Here is an inexpensive approach for broadening student knowledge of metal techniques. Electroforming and electroetching are fully described. (Author/RK)

For the past several years, students at Madison Senior High School in San Diego have responded to the tactile texture and draping quality of soft materials. They experimented enthusiastically with three-dimensional forms made out of foam rubber. Here is the result of their efforts and experimentation. (Author/RK)