Arts Integration
Arts integration should be utilized in school systems today. Art integration involves learning through art while content is simultaneously incorporated alongside. In the education system today, new concepts and ideas are being implemented into classrooms where they are seen fit. Art is not a new or advanced idea, but complete classroom integration is somewhat new. The time, funding, and preparation often stray educators away from successful art integration, however it is achievable. There are numerous benefits that come along with art integration such as higher order thinking, shifted mindsets, and overall art appreciation. The outcomes of art integration confirm the need for a fully integrated educational setting across the school system.
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Art integration is often times overlooked in a classroom because some critics believe general education teachers do not have the knowledge or understanding that certified art teachers possess. Some feel that a fully art integrated classroom would take away from educators’ preparation periods due to the extra time and planning of new lessons. If art is required to be integrated into a classroom, it has the potential to become devalued and washed down by regular education teachers. Other critics argue art incorporation in schools might be perceived as art only educational systems, which is not the sole focus in education. While there appear to be initial limitations to art integration, the overall learning from the integration process benefits students and educators alike. Success does not necessarily happen the first time; through practice, arts integration can lead to academic and cognitive …show more content…
Typically, arts integration will have some type of hands-on activity. Some students may need a sensorimotor break or time to change up the daily school routine, art can allow for that to occur. In the classroom, “arts … provide assistance and enhancement for achieving increased student academic success” (Gullatt, 2008, p. 13) by providing students with a differing learning strategy. The integration of arts is a way to help students to look at an issue or concept from multiple lenses. The mindset that comes forth with art integration enables students a way to solve problems in a more creative approach. Additionally, teachers will be able to differentiate art integrated lessons to assist different types of learners such as visual, auditory or kinesthetic learners. The inclusion of art based activities offers the opportunity to close the gap between a ridged analytical mindset and creativity that art brings forth. With such influence, arts inclusion provides numerous educational benefits, allowing students to connect to the educational content. The combination of art, and art techniques alongside standard curriculum affords students the option to learn in a way that best suits their personal
Art integration is often times overlooked in a classroom because some critics believe general education teachers do not have the knowledge or understanding that certified art teachers possess. Some feel that a fully art integrated classroom would take away from educators’ preparation periods due to the extra time and planning of new lessons. If art is required to be integrated into a classroom, it has the potential to become devalued and washed down by regular education teachers. Other critics argue art incorporation in schools might be perceived as art only educational systems, which is not the sole focus in education. While there appear to be initial limitations to art integration, the overall learning from the integration process benefits students and educators alike. Success does not necessarily happen the first time; through practice, arts integration can lead to academic and cognitive …show more content…
Typically, arts integration will have some type of hands-on activity. Some students may need a sensorimotor break or time to change up the daily school routine, art can allow for that to occur. In the classroom, “arts … provide assistance and enhancement for achieving increased student academic success” (Gullatt, 2008, p. 13) by providing students with a differing learning strategy. The integration of arts is a way to help students to look at an issue or concept from multiple lenses. The mindset that comes forth with art integration enables students a way to solve problems in a more creative approach. Additionally, teachers will be able to differentiate art integrated lessons to assist different types of learners such as visual, auditory or kinesthetic learners. The inclusion of art based activities offers the opportunity to close the gap between a ridged analytical mindset and creativity that art brings forth. With such influence, arts inclusion provides numerous educational benefits, allowing students to connect to the educational content. The combination of art, and art techniques alongside standard curriculum affords students the option to learn in a way that best suits their personal