Susie Hodge was a secondary school teacher and a governor of the University of London. She has written articles and resources for museums and galleries, as well as numerous education books, and has run educational workshops in schools and other institutions. Currently, Susie is a full time writer, art historian, speaker and artist.

This comprehensive handbook provides art teachers with practical advice on
-planning effective lessons
-developing imaginative ideas for teaching art across the age ranges
-developing students' creative, technical and critical skills
-preparing students for coursework and exams
This book is a must for all secondary art and design teachers, whether still in training, newly qualified or experienced.

Introduction - art education in secondary schools
1. Aims and purposes of art
2. Expectations and attainment targets
3. Planning your lessons
4. Practical projects
5. Worksheets and homework
6. Organising your art classroom
7. Strategies for a thoughtful and creative classroom
8. Sketchbooks and work journals
9. Motivating and inspiring: developing creativity and imagination
10. Teaching and learning in the art classroom
11. Educational visits
12. Primary and secondary source material
13. Assessment at GCSE
14. Assessment at AS Level
15. Assessment at A Level
Resources