Educator Institutes

The Education department periodically offers Educator Institutes. These programs are designed to help teachers make meaningful classroom connections with works of art. Teachers explore special exhibitions and the Corcoran’s collection while learning new ways to incorporate object-based learning into their curriculum. Institutes are offered during the school year over the course of a weekend. Participants take part in studio experiences, writing activities, Gallery explorations, and lectures. Lunch is provided and attendees receive an Educator Packet provided by the Gallery Education department. Pre-registration is required and limited space is available.

Writing to the Visual Prompt: Observation-based Strategies
Saturday, November 14, 2009 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Teaching Through 21st-Century Art
Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:30–8:30 p.m.

Turner to Cezanne: The Evolution of Early Modern Art
Thursday, February 04, 2010 4:30-8 p.m.

Connecting Art and History
Saturday, March 13, 2010 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Modern Art, Modern Life and the Idea of Modernism—Clarifying what “Modern” Means Across the Curriculum
Saturday, April 17, 2010 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Schedule an Educator In-Service Event

What better place to discuss interdisciplinary learning with your colleagues than the Corcoran Gallery Art? The Corcoran welcomes school and county systems to use our facilities and resources to encourage dialogue among teachers. Education department staff will work closely with you to arrange for a personalized In-Service event.

TO SCHEDULE AN IN-SERVICE EVENT
Call (202) 639-1724 or e-mail tours@corcoran.org