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The Sense of Art (Philosophy of Education Research Library) - Hardcover

Book 1 of 2: Philosophy of Education Research Library

Smith, Ralph A.

 
9780415900898: The Sense of Art (Philosophy of Education Research Library)

Synopsis

Ralph A. Smith provides a theory of aesthetic education that addresses the need to revitalize the capacity for genuine judgment in society, reaffirm the ideal of excellence in culture, and reorder our thoughts about teaching the arts in schools. The book presents an image of the curriculum as itinerary, preparing the young to traverse the world of art with adroitness and sensitivity.

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About the Author

Ralph A. Smith is Professor of Cultural and Educational Policy at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and the editor of the Journal of Aesthetic Education.

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