Tuesdays, March 6, 20, 27, April 3, 24 & May 1, 4:30–6:30 pm
Learn about art making and interdisciplinary methods proven to improve key areas of students’ creative problem-solving skills. Explore strategies developed by Learning Through Art’s teaching artists that focus on generating multiple ideas, flexibility, and an increased understanding of materials. The workshop will include investigations of art from the Guggenheim collection, demonstrations of methods used to foster and assess creativity and related skills, and guidance in the development of lesson plans related to curriculum goals.

Teachers of grades 2–12 in all subject areas are invited to apply. $350 includes all sessions and resource materials. Limited scholarships are available. The application deadline is Feb 20. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants. For information call 212 423 3561.

To Apply
Fill out the online registration form. If you have any questions, e-mail: learningthroughart@guggenheim.org with the subject line Teaching Through Art: Fostering Creativity in the Classroom.

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Who Is Eligible
Teachers in grades 2–12 for all subject areas are welcome to apply. Enrollment is limited to 15 participants, and we accept applications until the class is full.

Tuition
$350 for all six sessions; includes instruction, curriculum materials, and resource materials for the classroom. If you need a scholarship, please e-mail learningthroughart@guggenheim.org for further instructions. To cancel your registration, please call 212 423 3561.

Tour John Chamberlain: Choices and learn about upcoming programs. Curriculum materials provided. FREE. Registration required by e-mailing schoolprograms@guggenheim.org.

10 am–1 pm
Educators explore John Chamberlain: Choices and engage in conversations and activities that focus on how the artist's works can be used in the classroom. $20 includes curriculum materials. Registration required by calling 212 423 3637.

4:30–7:30 pm
Stillspotting nyc explores places of contemplation across the city. Following a presentation by David van der Leer, Assistant Curator, Architecture and Urban Studies, participants tour the museum while it is closed to the public to discover its quiet spaces. Gain new insights into Frank Lloyd Wright's "temple of spirit." FREE. Registration required by calling 212 423 3637.

July 9–13, 10 am–4 pm
This weeklong program for teachers is presented by the Guggenheim, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. $25 registration; $400 includes all sessions, materials, and lunch; limit 40 participants.

For more information and to apply, call 212 570 3985 or visit tinyurl.com/connectingcollections. The application deadline is May 15.