TEACHERS

Welcome to the Teacher Section of the Community School for the Arts.

You'll find helpful tips and tutorials as well as information on our Virtual Field Trips and links to valuable information and surveys here. Be sure to mark this page as one of your favorites for quick reference!

Take a look at the topics below and click for more information:

• REGISTER NOW FOR A VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP!
   
• Teacher Toolkit/Checklist
   
• Teacher FAQs
   
• Tutorials and Technology-in-Teaching Tips
  SUBJECTS: What is videoconferencing, video streaming, and Adobe Connect (formerly Breeze) | What is a Virtual Field Trip or VFT? | How can I plan for using a computer one step at a time?
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• Getting Ready for a Virtual Field Trip (VFT)
  SUBJECTS: Here is a checklist that will help you prepare for a VFT!
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• Assessments and Surveys
  SUBJECTS: Information on assessments and surveys | Links to assessments and surveys | Self-Assessment for Teachers (Reveal your knowledge on the arts and arts education) | Register your class for a VFT
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• Strategies for Including Arts in the Curriculum
  SUBJECTS: Where will I find arts in series books and resources? | Who can I ask for help in developing strategies for including arts? | How do I expand or get started devising strategies?
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• Exploring the Arts
  SUBJECTS: General Resources for Teachers and Students
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• Ideas for Building on Arts Experiences
  SUBJECTS: What is the next step after participating in a VFT? | Where can I find more activities for my students? | What are the best resources for student exploration? | How do I bring arts professionals to my school? | What is the best way to increase arts experiences in my classroom and school?
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• Opportunities for Online and On-campus Professional Development
  SUBJECTS: Who can I ask about teaching arts, developing strategies, and involving my students in arts experiences? | TechArts Course | TechArts: Arts and Technology PowerPoint Presentation | 21st Century Learning PowerPoint Presentation
   
• Brochure
  Share with colleagues, administrators, and parents! Encourage fellow educators to include arts in their teaching.
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• Tech Support
  SUBJECTS: Ask your school tech coordinator or email your questions
   
• Click here to Suggest Topics, VFTs, Ideas
   
• West Virginia Content Standards and Objectives
  SUBJECTS: View a list of Technology Standards that could be met by taking a VFT! | Link to the WV Department of Education Content Standards and Objectives
   

QUICK LINKS

CSA Welcome Letter

Read About Our Virtual Field Trips

Read Educator Quotes on VFTs

CSA News

NEWS NOW!

We are currently planning the 2009  schedule of Virtual Field Trips! Check back early in the new year to register!

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