Understanding the Developmental Characteristics of Middle and High School Students and their Impact on Art Education Part 1: Reading and Research 1. Middle and high school students experience significant physical changes during this stage of development, including rapid growth spurts, hormonal

Part 1: Reading and Research
Research and record 8-10 key understandings about the developmental characteristics of middle and/or high school students. This should include social emotional, cognitive, physical and artistic developmental characteristics. Use the resources below to construct your list (bulleted lists are fine).
Link to resources for part 1:
https://uwmil.instructure.com/courses/648672/files/72028427?wrap=1
https://developingadolescent.semel.ucla.edu/resource-library
https://uwmil.instructure.com/courses/648672/files/71245712?wrap=1
Part 2: Curriculum Research
Examine examples of secondary art curriculum and artwork using the resources below or through independent research. In 1-2 paragraphs, describe what you notice about concepts, technical skills & media, or artistic and instructional strategies in relation to key characteristics you identified in Part 1. Reference exemplar lessons to clarify your points.
Link to resource for part 2: https://naea.digication.com/Spiral/Spiral_Workshop_Theme_Groups/published