How art unlocks students' diverse abilities | Michael Bingham | TEDxUSU
In his work as an artist, Michael Bingham re-creates the meaning and purpose of discarded objects. As a high school art teacher, he uses this same vision to transform everyday objects into innovative tools, allowing his students of diverse abilities to create art of their own. In his heartfelt talk, Michael shows by example the needed changes in our educational system and of our perceptions of disability.
Michael J. Bingham serves in the Utah Art Educators Association as the state representative for high school art teachers. He is also working to establish a nonprofit art organization to ennoble more individuals with disabilities, providing them with greater opportunities for creative expression. Additionally, Michael continues to create his own art in a variety of styles and mediums.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
This is my uncle, and he is such a golden dude. He is way fun to talk to and I'm so glad I'm related to him.
Your a lucky person he is a good man
You are blessed!
this guy was my freshman year art teacher, this is how he is all the time! such a cool dude!
What a kind talented man!
Jealous!
He really is ❤
Michael, our paths are very similar. I'm a retired ART teacher. I worked with At Risk students in a Juvenile Hall in the 1970's. In the 1980's at a Children's Shelter, and then at a Community School for those on Probation and Parole. Gang members, violent offender's and abused Children. In my own education I struggled to learn. School was too slow for me. My mind was all over the place, seldom on task. I always excelled at Art, my saving grace. Many of my Students were way behind in most subjects. Finding creative solutions to problems was their saving grace thru Art.
I am touched (way to bury the lede by the way!). You and your message are so inspirational and I am glad I came across you.
I'm an artist problem solving is my greatest strength, I agree with you I have a learning disability same as you, I was told I was no good, I won a national art comp at age 6.
As an Art teacher I can relate to your POV this is what a caring educator looks like!
I commend your efforts. I am an x art teacher recently learning I am autistic. So I relate. Grades were always my biggest issue as teaching self evaluation and appreciation for growing from one's experiences should be enough. It seems you have found a small way to use the system to grow students. It gives me hope.
Creating something new requires imagination and knowledge, fear & being judged are the biggest blockers of creativity, as a teacher we have a collective responsibility to guide our students to find their authentic self (creativity) and part of that process is teaching them, how to avoid all the external noises around them and embrace their artwork. - Love your passion and truly you are an inspiration
Love him! So compassionate and encouraging of those who often don’t get seen that should be.
I’m glad that my imagination survived ❤. I understand this so much. You inspired me…. Thank u
Michael Bingham, you are a wonderful person. This video is highly informative and made me so happy that I'm taking the Art Education route. Thank YOU so much for this talk!!
You are now one of my HEROes
We need much more teachers like him!
Thanks for all the kind words
Absolutely magical Michael. Thank you so much 💕M💕
WOW... What an amazing Man!!! Such an inspiration how he's made a difference through his passion to help others who may be considered less fortunate!
I would love to hear more about his work!
Very moving, thanks a lot Michael!
Wonderful! Love it. This talk helps show how creative types are pushed out of the American education system.
very moving, evocative and inspiring- thanks Michael
I was straight up touched by this
so heartfelt you broke my my heart.
Aawww **tear** so beautiful.
Thanks
Just amazing!! open opportunities for all diverse
Beautiful!
i'm not crying you are
You are a wonderful person
Great talk Mr. Bingham!😎
I think you are great👍👍👍May Allah bless you and help you for the right path.
Hey Michael! Just found you here by accident. This should be required viewing for all BTS teachers.....heck! For ALL teachers! Well said.
Loved it
He needs to speak to the politicians in Florida.
Who’s here from online school?
In Chines high school, practicing fine art would be treated as freaks. That's why I study art outside this country.
+Maxwell Lin In germany the same... People tell me you can't afford a apartment with creativity but with "hard work" or some s*it I dont want to do! Sometimes I wish people could look into my mind and see what is truly important to me.
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I hope you are still practicing your art.