I love the ideas that come from a great conversation with a colleague! 


The other day I was chatting with Christina Ditzel and we found ourselves discussing the best ways to help students who need more guidance when learning specific techniques and skills in a studio-like setting without overly “hand holding.” 


While I would love to sit down and give all my students one-on-one lessons, that’s just not possible (nor would it be healthy.) So, what can you do when multiple students need a bit more assistance? Well, I’m trying something new…it’s called “ask the expert.” 


Here’s how it works: 

• I identify a student(s) who is doing something really well in class, and have them write their name on the board as an expert for that particular technique or skill.
• When a student is struggling, instead of asking me for help they call on the help of the expert.
• When that student has mastered the technique or skill, they become the new expert.
• The cycle continues…