Understanding the role of critical and creative thinking in Australian primary school visual arts education

Author(s)
Alter, Frances
Publication Date
2009
Abstract
Much attention has been devoted to critical and creative thinking within the field of education in recent years. One reason for this burgeoning interest results largely from research that has shown it is possible to increase students' critical and creative thinking capacities through instruction and practice. In the past this was often regarded as an innate individual disposition and education was thought to have little impact on development (Presseisen, 1999). Another reason for the increased attention given to these forms of thinking is due to rapid sociological changes. With movement to what is often referred to as 'the information age' the ability to be both a critical and creative thinker is considered an important element of life success.
Citation
International Art in Early Childhood Research Journal, 1(1), p. 1-12
ISSN
1837-0020
Link
Language
en
Publisher
International Association of Art in Early Childhood
Title
Understanding the role of critical and creative thinking in Australian primary school visual arts education
Type of document
Journal Article
Entity Type
Publication

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