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Kristen Hendrickson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Final Projects in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"Here is the project Rachel Kohl and I created for introducing the Revolutionary War.  Kohl-HendricksonARS.pdf"
Mar 8, 2013
Kristen Hendrickson replied to Chip Abolafia's discussion Choosing the right image... in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"When choosing an image, I think it is important to keep our audience in mind.  I think that the younger the students are, the more consideration needs to be given to the images we select.  Students at younger ages lack the life experiences that help…"
Mar 7, 2013
Kristen Hendrickson replied to Chip Abolafia's discussion How can you use an ARS with your studetns to promote critical thinking and writing? in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"An ARS helps me organize the sources I want to use in my lesson.  I think incorporating different types of sources (artwork, photos, poems, songs, letters, etc.) helps increase the engagement and motivation of the students in my classroom because it…"
Mar 7, 2013
Kristen Hendrickson replied to Chip Abolafia's discussion Post 2 in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"Any image is a primary source because it depicts a view of an event that is or was occurring at the time.  There is a reason why each photograph is taken.  One must consider that every photograph carries with it the bias of the photographer and the…"
Feb 17, 2013
Kristen Hendrickson replied to Chip Abolafia's discussion Post 1 - How would you use... in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"Throughout the course of the day, we have examined and discussed several methods for incorporating the arts into social studies.  We've investigated paintings, movie clips, sculptures, photographs,music and more.  Each activity we've done has…"
Feb 16, 2013
Kristen Hendrickson replied to Stephanie Campbell's discussion Introductions in Bethel - Using Art and Photography as a Primary Source
"Hi,
My name is Kristen Hendrickson.  Growing up, I had always wanted to visit Alaska so when the time came to find a job I made sure to check out school districts in Alaska.  When I was offered a job in LKSD, I took a few days to decide and finally…"
Feb 15, 2013