"If I could say it in words, there would be no reason to paint." --Edward Hopper (http://quotations.about.com/od/famousquotes/a/famousart.htm)
As much as my student may struggle with showing off just how much he does know through words, he has such a way with pictures. I asked him whether his other teachers ask him to draw in their classes, but apart from his health and art classes, they don't. It's a shame because I think his teachers would better be able to appreciate how bright he is if they were able to see his drawings. There are nuances that he picks up that answering comprehension questions alone cannot showcase. I think the quote from Edward Hopper helps me make the point that sometimes art fills the gap that words alone would be unable to fill.
This session emphasized that the storymapping technique is a better format for him. I want to work with him to adapt this to other subjects. And while it was tough seeing him still struggle with the comprehension questions despite the reviews and discussions that we have had, I'm glad that we have a goal that we can work toward and a strategy that seems to help guide his writing. I was struggling a bit with the direction that I wanted to take the remaining sessions, but it's getting clearer. It's heartening that he's been writing more with less prompting from me. Let's hope we can keep it up! Go MAGEC!
Christine,
ReplyDeleteSounds like he's gaining confidence, and find more words to express him independently. Great job. I draws better than me that's for sure!
I think storyboards will do great for him, especially considering he has such artistic talent. Next thing you know, your room in the lab will be "A work of Art!"
ReplyDeleteHis learning style is definitely through the art medium. Your student's way of expressing himself just serves to remind us all the multiple ways of learning. Cool!
ReplyDeleteChristine,
ReplyDeleteAR has come a long way! I remember the first time I met him, a shy boy who did not utter a word in my presence to seeing him now, smiling and opening up. I have said it before, and I'll say it again, he's very lucky to have you!