I began my field work at Newburgh Free Academy earlier this month with my partner Sam Leopoldo. Since we began our field work with Mrs. Masterson's art class, we've had the privilege of guiding an art gallery discussion, organizing a still life, organizing displays of students' work, and guiding a class demo on watercolor. We've also been able to observe art classrooms outside of Mrs. Masterson's class as well. This experience gave us insight to how teaching styles and class room management can severely alter students' behavior and work ethic. What I learned most from this in particular is how to talk to "problem students". A teacher must talk with them in private as a person, rather than a problem. They will reciprocate the same respect you give them.
