Transforming the Curriculum Through the Arts

Robyn Gibson

ISBN 10: 3030527964 / ISBN 13: 9783030527969

Published by Springer, 2020

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Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This textbook highlights the unique role that quality Arts processes and experiences can and should play across the curriculum to ensure that all learners' creativities and imaginations flourish. It provides much-needed strategies, units of work and practical resources in six arts disciplines - visual arts, literature, drama, music, dance and media arts. It is a must-read for those keen to develop research-informed, integrated, arts-rich learning and teaching strategies while also exploring each discipline.Alongside the 'four Cs' (critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity) the authors propose four additional 'Cs': curiosity, compassion, connection and courage as much-needed 21st century capabilities. The book speaks to the current debates on STEAM vs. STEM education, and provides an important framework for preservice and experienced classroom teachers, including arts specialists.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Transforming the Curriculum Through the Arts
• Publisher: Springer
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3030527964
• ISBN 13: 9783030527969
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 235W x 155H x 14D millimeters 235 millimeters width by 155 millimeters height by 14 millimeters depth
• Weight: 371 grams

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Synopsis

This textbook highlights the unique role that quality Arts processes and experiences can and should play across the curriculum to ensure that all learners’ creativities and imaginations flourish. It provides much-needed strategies, units of work and practical resources in six arts disciplines – visual arts, literature, drama, music, dance and media arts. It is a must-read for those keen to develop research-informed, integrated, arts-rich learning and teaching strategies while also exploring each discipline.

 

Alongside the ‘four Cs’ (critical thinking, communication, collaboration and creativity) the authors propose four additional ‘Cs’: curiosity, compassion, connection and courage as much-needed 21st century capabilities. The book speaks to the current debates on STEAM vs. STEM education, and provides an important framework for preservice and experienced classroom teachers, including arts specialists.

About the Author

Robyn Gibson is Associate Professor and Deputy Head of School in the Sydney School of Education and Social Work at the University of Sydney, Australia. Formerly an art/craft specialist in primary schools, Robyn has lectured extensively in the Creative Arts both in Australia and the United States. She is passionate about the value of the Arts in the lives of all young people and is committed to creative teaching practices.

 

Robyn Ewing is Professor Emerita of Teacher Education and the Arts at the University of Sydney, Australia. Initially a primary school teacher, Robyn believes an arts-led and creative curriculum is an imperative for 21st century learners. She has a commitment to innovative teaching and learning at all levels of education and particularly enjoys working alongside educators interested in reforming their curriculum practice.