The Values And Values Of Arts Education

The article “Book Tackles Old Debate: Role of Art in Schools” by Robin Pogrebin explains the influence of art and the conclusion of two researchers, Ellen Winner and Lois Hetland. “Students who study the arts seriously are taught to see better, to envision, to persist, to be playful and learn from mistakes, to make critical judgements and justify such judgements,” conclude both researchers.

To begin with, education and engagement in fine art programs are an essential part within the school curriculum because subjects such as mathematics, science, and language arts all require cognitive and creative capacities which are enhanced with the process of learning art. For instance, in the article, Critical Evidence: How the Arts Benefits Student Achievement, it states that “researchers

“After a certain high level of technical skill achieved, science and arts tend to coalesce in esthetics, plasticity, and form. The greatest scientist are artist as well” (Albert Einstein). In this advanced modern tech-world mostly people are dependent on science and technology, but arts also play an important role in education. Art creates balanced thinking and better imagination which helps humans to be successful in their career. Yo-Yo Ma intensely informs about important role of arts in modern education society throughout his essay Necessary Edges: Arts, Empathy, and education. Ma illustrates that arts should be also part of education, because it improve students to filter their imagination through disciplined knowledge. Liberal arts should be equal to science and technology because it creates new idea, and in this modern world people should think critical than divergent in their lives. Empathy teaches students to understand and simplify the complicated life. Collaboration include discussion amongst people or group to make things effortless. Moreover liberal arts itself is beauty such as performing arts, it values the beauty of imagination in modern society by art and sculpture.

Music is everywhere and has been a part of human existence for eons (Dinham, 2014, p. 265). Music has been a part of Australian schools for the last hundred of years, over the last fifteen years the application of music has seen a drastic change with the appearance of the internet and increase of accessibility. In spit of this the elements of music has not changed and forms the basis of music. When teachers or children sing they use those elements automatically (Dinham, 2014, p. 270). The curriculum has an expectation that children will learn to listen to music, compose and make music (ACARA, July, 2013, p. 93). There is a range of music that can be used to teach children; explore music concepts, by singing, playing instruments, by listening, composing songs or music, dancing or moving on music. Children, through participation and appreciation will discover about themselves form bonds with other children and become more aware of different cultures (Dinham, 2014, p. 266). Teacher’s participation, regardless of status, need to ensure that children are getting an education in music. The opportunities and experiences, to create, perform and record given to us as pre services teachers will be of a great help when facing the task of teaching children music in schools. Art education depends on how to motivated and support children, scaffolding their learning, and build on their enthusiasm to join the praxis of

Because of this, arts education is required in most states. Fran Smith points out why arts education should be a requirement in schools. She says, “Years of research show that it's [arts education] closely linked to almost everything that we as a nation say we want for our children and demand from our schools: academic achievement, social and emotional development, civic engagement, and equitable opportunity” (Smith 1). She lists these goals in hopes that people will realize the benefits that arts education could have if taken seriously. Smith uses her professional knowledge to promote her opinion on arts

Greek philosopher Aristotle defines the arts ¨as the realization in external form of a true idea, and is traced back to that natural love of imitation which characterizes humans, and to the pleasure which we feel in recognizing likenesses.¨(IEP). The fine arts which have been a part of human history for 30,000 years have played an essential role in the development and advancement of our societies. As of today, the fine arts are facing the danger of vanishing in the education system of the United States Schools in places like Minnesota, Michigan and Philadelphia struggle to obtain arts programs within their schools. Districts like the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan district, have been struggling with raising student’s academic scores in courses

Teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit.” During my past career as an art teacher at Intel Academy, introducing and demonstrating aesthetic techniques and materials have thrilled me as much as completing an art piece. Through workshops and demonstrations, I learned how to communicate and suggest better ways of developing their ideas and expressions. Some children had difficulties encountering art due to their behavioral problems; however, respecting their accomplishments and encouraging their process of following the curriculum became a part of the solution. My decision to apply to masters program in art education was pursued as I faced these

It is through completing the Art Making and Responding activities that I have demonstrated my learning of contemporary arts education through developing an appreciation for authentic practices through observing and reflecting on the processes. These activities have changed my perception of arts education as a meaning-making experience; demonstrating my abilities through the form of performance and written analyses. With this, I have learned that it is important to critically reflect on my responses to the Art Making and Responding activities to further my development as an educator. It is because of these activities that I have been able to position myself as an authentic learner of the arts and recognise the skills which will influence positive

This article discusses how dance and the arts are instrumental and vital parts of a well-rounded education. It goes into detail about what is inherently valuable about the arts, which justifies their inclusion in education. Hagood also discusses the links between educational experiences in dance and achievement in other subjects. Hagood brings up a great claim that is applicable to my argument that the unique benefits of arts education are elusive because they are sometimes unquantifiable. This applies to my argument because this is one of the reasons the arts are always a target for budget

Arts education provides students with the building blocks for the development of experience, knowledge and skills across many domains including imagination, self-expression, communication, relationships and creative and collaborative problem-solving. Research suggests that the use of quality arts programs have been linked to enhancing students overall academic achievement, empathy towards others and engagement in learning (Russel-Bowie, 2006; Cornett, 2014). The inclusion of arts in the curriculum is a globally recognised concept, encompassing many different cultures and concepts. More specifically the micro-teaching experiences at the Lady Cilento Children’s Festival will be focusing on the area of performing arts including a combination

Appel (2006) evokes the spirit of the arts through Leonardo da Vinci, the “original” Renaissance man – artist, mathematician, inventor, astronomer, and leader - who drew inspiration from everything around him, including the arts. During his time, the arts were a required part of any educational curriculum, whether formal or informal. A means to reflect on the human condition, the arts were “considered inseparable from the sciences and other academic disciplines” and a vital part of community life (Appel, 2006, p. 14). Goodman (2015) furthers this notion by explaining that people - both yesterday and today - embrace the arts to gain understanding and perspective into the more immaterial questions of life. Da Vinci’s brilliance came from the world around him, a world that cared deeply about intellectual curiosity and inspired creativity. The modern arguments surrounding the arts do not deny their value, yet they get lost when faced with demands about budget, their direct impact on test scores, and where exactly they fit in a given curriculum. Many public schools have seen their arts programs disappearing, despite the numerous studies publicizing the benefits, including increased academic achievement, creativity, confidence, and

Bob Bryant, the Executive Director of Fine Arts for Katy ISD in 2000, emphasises the importance of utilizing art in schools’ curriculums: “The arts are what make us most human, most complete as people. The arts cannot be learned through occasional or random exposure any more than math or science can” (Bryant). Art is a way of expression and leads to acquiring a deeper understanding of the details in life. The first day of preschool, teachers teach through the help of art. This is due to the fact that art is the foundation of a child's learning. Art is a way, where one can explore their ideas and thoughts. Creativity should neither be contained nor limited. Art is an outlet used for people to show who they are. The aspect of art is carried along in each generation. Different cultures use art to show who they are as one. Art appeals to people's senses and emotions, which helps people connect with one another. Since art is an essential, integral part in a student's academic learning, schools should make art classes mandatory.

This essay will discuss the definition of the creative arts, also briefly define and identify the benefits and significance of the Arts in early childhood education. According to the unit standards, this paper will determine a summary of the concepts and skills of the four strands (music, dance, drama and visual arts) of the Creative Arts. Furthermore, identifying and explaining play-based learning as a pedagogical practice will be focusing on this essay. Additionally, this essay will discuss, how play-based learning supports children's sensory, intellectual and aesthetic development and artistic expression using supporting documents such as Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority [ACARA], (2017. v. 8. 3) and Early Years Learning Framework [EYLF], (2009). Also, this paper will argue about play-based learning which supports children creativity by creating connections with the theorists, Rudolf Steiner

Art, Dance, Drama and Music are an essential and fundamental role of Primary Education and the curriculum. Each one is a distinct subject in its own right, yet organised and termed under the same category of Expressive Arts (EA). EA is an area that is extremely encouraged within Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) as it offers breadth across the curriculum and supports children with a variety of stimulating activities to be inventive, innovative and to express feelings and emotions, both their own and those of their peers (Education Scotland, Undated a). Education Scotland (Undated b, p. 2) similarly suggests that EA play a vital role in molding our sense of our “personal, social and cultural identity,” as well as developing important skills exclusive

“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading writing, and arithmetic…music dance, painting, and theatre are all keys that unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment” (William Bennett, Former US Secretary of Education).