<![CDATA[CRISPA - Blog]]>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:09:58 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Aesthetic Foundations of Education Courses]]>Mon, 31 Jul 2017 21:24:46 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/aesthetic-foundations-of-education-coursesGreetings! 

Some of us who attended last week's Think360 Creative Institute for Teaching workshops are now a part of Dr. Bruce Uhrmacher's Aesthetic Foundations of Education course at the University of Denver. Here, we receive a more in-depth dose of the theoretical framework of CRISPA and aesthetic learning in the classroom. Now, although the word 'theoretical' may not bring a past aesthetic experience to mind, in this class we learn these theoretical frameworks through aesthetic learning. For example, in one week we attended classroom sessions at the Denver Art Museum and the Denver Zoo, then brought those experiences back to discuss in a classroom setting about how to create our own experiences into lesson plans that can be translated back to our students. Important to note, CRISPA is so flexible that it applies to those that are non-academia, as well as those in a university setting. CRISPA is for all! 

If you would like to bring CRISPA to a school or university near you, contact Dr. Bruce Uhrmacher at bruce.uhrmacher@du.edu . 

Check out CRISPA Blog tab to keep up with our journey through the aesthetics!
]]><![CDATA[Think 360 Creative Institute for Teaching]]>Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:52:04 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/think-360-creative-institute-for-learnersHello All! 

​My name is Kady Rost and I am currently participating in a CRISPA themed 3-day workshop, Institute For Creative Teaching, presented by Think360 Arts and the Morgridge College of Education. I along with many wonderful people I've just met are having a blast finding our inner artist and learning how to use aesthetics to enhance our students learning experiences. Every day these educators become students again and participate in aesthetic activities based on the enter workings of CRISPA.

Thus far, I have created rhythmic dance moves that interpret learning about environmental issues, became invigorated with illuminating these issues through poetry and screen printing, all of which I had the freedom to choose what I wanted to focus on. I have listened to enlightening aesthetic teaching and learning experiences of brilliant minds. I am confident that I am walking away from this CRISPA experience as an artist, learner, educator, and aesthetic contributor.

For more information visit: http://think360arts.org/  ​
]]><![CDATA[Informal Learning Experiences in Science Classrooms ]]>Thu, 26 Feb 2015 21:07:49 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/informal-learning-experiences-in-science-classroomsThis article explores the power of informal learning experiences in science learning.  Check it out!
http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2009/01/28/19informal.h28.html
]]><![CDATA[Eliminating Grades to Change Classroom Culture]]>Thu, 22 Jan 2015 23:08:49 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/eliminating-grades-to-change-classroom-cultureThis article tells the story of one educator's choice to completely eliminate grades in order to re-engage students and himself in learning.  Interesting read! 
How Eliminating Grades Changed Everything...
]]><![CDATA[Students Become the Teachers]]>Wed, 07 Jan 2015 18:42:41 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/students-become-the-teachers Check out this video that has students teach the class - a very innovative way to engage students in their learning experiences!  
]]><![CDATA[Engaging Students Through the Arts]]>Mon, 08 Dec 2014 19:08:36 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/engaging-students-through-the-arts Check out this video - a great example of the impact arts education can have on all learners! 
]]><![CDATA[Charter Schools and Closures]]>Wed, 12 Nov 2014 17:35:54 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/charter-schools-and-closuresThis article speaks to how charter schools' openings and closings impact students and their families.  Take a look!  http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2014/11/05/11closures.h34.html?r=132616505&preview=1 ]]><![CDATA[APUSH Curriculum Changes in Jefferson County School District]]>Mon, 10 Nov 2014 18:02:36 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/apush-curriculum-changes-in-jefferson-county-school-districtThis article highlights the current debate over the changes proposed to the APUSH curriculum in Jefferson County in Denver, CO.  Take a look! http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2014/10/03/07jeffco.h34.html]]><![CDATA[Technology in Higher Ed]]>Mon, 20 Oct 2014 16:41:15 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/technology-in-higher-edThis article speaks to how technology can create interactive learning opportunities in a higher ed setting.  It can also help us remember that engaging students isn't just a K-12 issue.  http://onwardstate.com/2014/10/20/krause-innovation-studio-hints-at-the-future-of-education/]]><![CDATA[To Improve Assessment, Invest in the Classroom]]>Mon, 13 Oct 2014 16:36:23 GMThttp://www.crispateaching.org/blog/to-improve-assessment-invest-in-the-classroomThis article speaks to how formative assessments, portfolios, and a holistic view of the child can be incredible effective, motivating tools for teachers and students.  Take a look!

http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/learning_deeply/2014/10/to_improve_assessment_invest_in_the_classroom.html
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