Re: Transition

The switch in field rotations this week was really interesting. For the first rotation I was observing docent training at the Corcoran and now I am at WVSA. There are so many differences in population, facilities, learning styles/teaching styles, etc. that they are just too numerous to list. However, the common denominator seems to be that each group has its own established dynamics. I find the group dynamics really interesting; not only observing but also considering how and why the groups have evolved to the places they are at right now. 

I enjoyed the article about  how our experiences color our observations.  In the last few weeks, I have been trying to think about my Field Experience in the context of what I bring and also in terms what the people I am observing (teachers and students) are bringing. I have been thinking a lot about how their different learning styles, lifestyles and assumptions about art and education inform how the learning experience unfolds. 

I am beginning to see how it is not just about figuring myself out (my teaching style, my assumptions, etc.) but also figuring out how and where my students are coming from (what their experiences are, learning styles, etc.) and constantly adjusting my thoughts, actions, teaching meathods, etc. to make sure that we are both getting the most out of the experience.