Adobe and Apple: Art Education Resources

On the Apple website, the resource I found to be the most interesting and useful was iLife--a software included on Macs that features a variety of tools allowing students to create slide shows, documentaries and such. Teachers are also using this software to introduce topics to students in a way that catches their attention. Today, and in the future, I think it is important for us to remember that we should be able to utilize the same tools we provide our students with. iLife is one way to do this. I could have my students showcase their work through a slide show, and even have a critique of everyone's collections of work at the end. On the other hand, I could use the slide show feature to introduce them to a group of artists' work.

On the Adobe website, I was drawn to the tools provided to incorporate digital storytelling into the classroom. Using something like this in the classroom allows students to see projects on a more complete level, as there are many different aspects that must be considered when creating a digital story. Not only do students learn how to use a new medium, they are also given the opportunity to leave their mark in a sense, or create something personal. This program also introduces students to the art process, as there are many steps that must be taken to reach the finished product.