It is worth noting that the role of national subject associations has changed radically this year. In art the subject association is NSEAD. Traditionally the subject association has taken the role of subject champion and sometimes a trades union. However, as the key subject associations have now been commissioned to deliver the training for the new national curriculum their national role has changed. It suggests that they have taken on a much stronger partnership with national agencies and have a much more important strategic role.
This suggests that teachers should consider the benefits of becoming a member of their subject association. In art, membership of NSEAD will provide access to up to the minute news, advice, newsletters and a professional journal. It will also provide opportunities to contribute to the national debate.
