Compilation of Reports in Building and Enhancing New Literacies Across The Curriculum
Compilation of Reports in Building and Enhancing New Literacies Across The Curriculum
Compilation of Reports in Building and Enhancing New Literacies Across The Curriculum
POTOTAN CAMPUS
Brgy. Cau-ayan,Pototan, Iloilo
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Compilation of Reports
In
Building and enhancing new
Literacies across the Curriculum
West Visayas State University
POTOTAN CAMPUS
Brgy. Cau-ayan,Pototan, Iloilo
Telefax No.: (033)-529-8716
Email Address: [email protected]
Unit VII:
Creativity
Is an obvious but extremely important skill gained from art education. Understanding
and harnessing one’s own creativity allows them to think “outside of the box” and
encourages original methods of problem solving. Students who think creatively are able
to take unique approaches to problems and develop alternate solutions. Creativity is a
great leadership skill to have because creators are ready to explore, tackle unseeable
hurdles and embrace discovery.
Observation
Understanding various types of art takes fine-tuned observation. When creating art,
you must be aware of all of your surroundings and observe objects as they are presented
before you. For example, a student must be aware of the color, detail, light and more
when painting a still life — and portray that on a canvas. Learning through art
deconstructs preconceived notions of ideas and objects and allows students to keenly see
what is in front of them.
Self-expression
Art is the obvious arena for self-expression. With every art piece a student creates,
they are using their creativity, their vision, dreams, wonder and sense of the world. Art
education gives students a safe and supportive environment to harness that self-
expression, practice and master it. Students are also provided with the tools and
materials they need, guidance and encouragement.
Focus
Studying and practicing each type of art takes a great deal of focus. Students must
learn how to listen and apply techniques, while presenting their own “voice.” For
example, developing one’s technique as a painter requires concentration to details, such
as color, shadow, light. Students must focus on each detail of their painting, sculpture or
musical score to create the masterpiece as a whole.
Discipline
is a must when practicing and creating art. Students must pay attention to their
educator, study the technique, follow instruction and take constructive advice in order to
progress as an artist. In order to hone in on their craft, students must commit to their
lessons and sacrifice their own time, outside of class.
Perseverance
Learning art does not come overnight. A student may be able to play the piano after
one or two lessons, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’ve become a pianist. It may
take decades for an artist to master their craft. Art education teaches students not to
give up, to keep working at their medium — whether it be music, dance, visual arts or
theatre. Gradually, the student will be able to recognize their own improvements and
where their perseverance has lead them. In this competitive job market, employees must
continually improve on their own skills and even take on new ones to remain successful.
Collaboration
Although art education places a heavy emphasis on authenticity and originality, part
of the learning process is understanding, and even emulating, artists before you. For
example, when learning about Surrealism, students may reference the works of Dali. In
learning through others, students can begin to recognize their most important traits and
the techniques that they, themselves, are most successful at. Acknowledging and
developing ourselves through differing perspectives is an important skill that should be
carried over to every aspect of life.
Risk-taking
For students to grow personally and academically, they must take risks. Learning
through art education gives them the confidence to try new things, experiment with the
unknown and formulate their own conclusions. Art education can be especially beneficial
for students who are not as responsive to “traditional” ways of learning. This is a great
trait found in most entrepreneurs or those in leadership positions.
Open-mindedness
Understanding art may foster new ways of thinking for many students. Initially, an art
observer may be reluctant to articulate what they “think” the artist is portraying, but
upon exploration, begin to think in terms previously foreign to them. For example,
researchers from Newcastle University discovered that art can change our innate ways of
thinking and how we see the world. They took older people to exhibitions to see how
they would describe the contemporary pieces. Though, they experienced something new
and were originally unable to describe it, they began to reference their own memories
and experiences to connect with the art.
Confidence
Most people have an innate fear of failing, and it is not particularly easy to get out
of your comfort zone and try something new. Picking up a sketchpad or paint brush can
be daunting, especially if we are beginners. Art education allows students to explore
and practice with new mediums and techniques, thereby finding their own “voice.” They
gain confidence in the path to discovery, without fear of the final outcome. It goes
without saying, that having confidence is beneficial for personal and professional
relationships, helps students tackle a harder subjects, nurtures exploration in their own
lives.