Educator Programs

MOPA is committed to partnering with educators to enrich a child's classroom experience by introducing concepts of visual literacy into the curricula. To learn more about the programs below please call 619.238.7559 X235 or email edudept@mopa.org.

 

Beyond Beauty Teacher Workshop

Cost: $25 per teacher including curriculum
Minimum of 10 teachers

The Beyond Beauty curriculum addresses issues associated with body image among teenagers. This workshop will explore body image throughout contemporary society. The Beyond Beauty workshop is an excellent way for teachers to create activities that integrate state standards while exploring the issue of body image in the lives of their students. 

Integrate Photography into Curricula

Cost: $60 at MOPA, $85 off-site
Special group reservations for up to 15

Learn how photography can be integrated with other subjects such as History, Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, English and the Visual Arts. This workshop, for K–12 teachers, demonstrates the Visual Thinking Strategy, a technique designed to promote and enhance visual, verbal and critical thinking skills.