HOW TO GET OVER A ‘TUMBLEWEED MOMENT’ (AND AVOID ONE IN THE FUTURE) WHAT IS A ‘TUMBLEWEED MOMENT’? Have you ever asked a question that… Read More »How to get over a ‘tumbleweed moment’ (and avoid one in the future)
INTRODUCTION In the past week I’ve just started teaching one of online courses to a group of international educators excited to start confidently leading discussions… Read More »13 Tips for Getting Started with Thinking Routines
INTRODUCTION Today I’m really excited to be introducing our first guest chat on the podcast. Today I’m talking to voice actor Samantha Boffin – we… Read More »How to use your voice to engage your audience
INTRODUCTION [The Art of Engagement Challenge ran in September 2021. This free challenge is no longer available. See my Work with Me page]. Would… Read More »What to Expect from The Art of Engagement Challenge
INTRODUCTION Today I’m sharing some thoughts about how you can successfully lead engaging discussion-based programmes around art. I’ll be talking briefly about the… Read More »Success-Factors for Leading Discussion-Based Programmes Around Art
INTRODUCTION Leading tours and educational programmes that are based on discussion, inquiry and interaction can be a scary business. Both for… Read More »Common Fears Around Leading Discussion-Based Programmes ( and How to Deal with Them)
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SUMMARY Today I’m doing a deep dive on the most famous and well-known thinking routine of them all – See Think Wonder. I’m going… Read More »How to Use See Think Wonder in your Art Discussions
HOW TO USE ARTWORKS TO IMPROVE YOUR QUESTIONING SKILLS SUMMARY How can you improve your questioning skills without resorting to reading long lists of tips… Read More »How to Use Artworks to Improve your Questioning Skills
5 SIMPLE SLOW LOOKING ACTIVITIES FOR SUMMER SUMMARY Today I’m sharing 5 simple slow looking ideas for the summer. In today’s fast-paced world,… Read More »5 Simple Slow Looking Activities for Summer