Dr. Maria Lim (Professor of Art Education), alongside four dedicated art education students who are active members of the NAEA Student Chapter at UNCG, co-presented their collaborative research project, Promoting Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Art Teacher Preparation, at the North Carolina Art Education Association (NCAEA) Annual Professional Development Conference in Asheville, held November 14–17, 2024. Their engaging presentation showcased innovative curriculum designs and practical classroom activities drawn from art teacher preparation coursework. Together, they emphasized the importance of embedding culturally responsive pedagogical strategies into K–12 art education, equipping future educators with tools to foster inclusive, reflective, and socially conscious learning environments.
Dr. Lim and four senior art education students have had their presentation proposals accepted for NCAEA 2025, which will be held from October 9 to 12 in Asheboro.
Session info:
“EdTPA Lesson Segment Preparation Strategies”
Maria Lim, Meghan Fox, and Bella Estrada
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025. Time: 9-9:50 AM
Description:
This session will provide art education student teachers with essential strategies for successfully planning and executing lesson segments for the edTPA assessment. Designed to address the specific challenges of edTPA in visual arts, this presentation will cover best practices for aligning lessons with central focus statements, integrating academic language, scaffolding student learning, and demonstrating effective assessment strategies.
Participants will learn how to structure their lesson segments to showcase student engagement, critical thinking, and artistic growth while meeting edTPA requirements. The session will also emphasize the importance of reflective practice, helping student teachers articulate instructional decisions and adjustments based on student needs. Strategies for managing video recordings, organizing supporting materials, and addressing common pitfalls will be discussed.
Through interactive discussions and practical examples, this session will equip art education student teachers with the confidence and skills to navigate the edTPA process effectively and successfully.
Session info:
“Why Do We Need Pedagogical Frameworks?”
Maria Lim, Donielle Ploch, and Annabell Cox
Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025. Time: 1-1:50 PM
Description:
This presentation will examine evolving pedagogical frameworks, including culturally responsive teaching, community-based art education, teaching for artistic behavior (TAB), social-emotional learning (SEL)-oriented practices, and more. By analyzing current research in art education, attendees will learn how to construct adaptable frameworks that address diverse student needs, foster critical thinking, and promote safe spaces for K-12 students.
Pedagogical frameworks provide a structured foundation for effective teaching, guiding educators in designing meaningful, inclusive, and student-centered learning experiences. This session explores the aspects of pedagogical frameworks in art education and how pre-service teachers can develop them by researching contemporary theories, approaches, trends, and practices. This session will demonstrate how research-driven pedagogical frameworks enhance teaching effectiveness and support student teachers’ professional development through discussions on literature review research projects conducted by student teachers. Attendees will leave with strategies for incorporating contemporary art education conceptual framework into their teaching, ensuring their pedagogical approaches remain dynamic, relevant, and impactful in today’s evolving educational landscape.
