Integrating Visual Arts Literacy: What Do You Need To Know? How Can You Begin?

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Abstract

Considers that in order to be successful offering visual art lessons in the classroom, pre- and inservice teachers must develop a deeper more conceptual understanding of the power of art to communicate meanings, beliefs, ideologies, and experiences. Suggests teacher enroll in a high-quality arts course, create some authentic works of art, use special interests as a guide, and tour a local art museum with a docent.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalJournal of Reading Education
Volume28
StatePublished - Oct 1 2002
Externally publishedYes

Disciplines

  • Education

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