teaching for artistic behavior
Art is more than a product, it is a process, and through choice-based art, students learn to value process as well as product. Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB) is a choice-based approach in art education where students learn art through authentic choice learning opportunities and responsive teaching.
students are regarded as artists
students choose what to work on
classes begin with a short demonstration or discussion to inspire new ideas
teaching for artistic behaviors with choices creates a nurturing community of artists
developmentally appropriate work and differentiation occur regularly
students determine the purposes for their work
students learn to reflect on their work