LEARNING WITH CREATIVITY
DRAMA-BASED PEDAGOGY
Arts-BASED learning
Teaching through the arts
What is Arts-Based Learning?
Similar to the definition of "teaching artist", arts-based learning takes many forms and thus is a term very open to interpretation. According to the Art of Science research initiative, arts-based learning is "the instrumental use of artistic skills, processes and experiences as educational tools to foster learning in non-artistic disciplines and domains" (AoSL).
Arts-based learning is gaining global recognition as countless research has proved the positive correlation between arts-based teaching and student achievement. It is pushing major changes to curriculums and initiatives such as the adaptation of STEAM (variation of current STEM focus).
Still skeptical? Explore some cold hard facts below about the impact of arts-based learning in different communities.
Works Cited
"Arts-Based Learning." AoSL. Arts of Science Learning, n.d. Web. 4 May 2017.
Ruppert, Sandra R. "Critical Evidence: How the Arts Benefit Student Achievement." Crtical Evidence: How the Arts Benefit Student Achievement (n.d.): n. pag. National Assembly of State Arts Agencies, 2006. Web. 3 May 2017.
"The Creative Learning Initiative." Austin ISD. Austin ISD, 24 Mar. 2017. Web. 9 May 2017.
*aRTS-BASED LEARNING STATS*
Graduation rates are 20% higher for arts-engaged high-school students.
(MINDPOP, 2012)
3 out of 4 AISD teachers have reframed their perspectives about teaching
and learning.
(AISD, 2014)
Students engaged in creative learning opportunities show improved academic achievement on standardized tests (McCarthy, 2005) (MINDPOP, 2012)
According to a 2005 survey
of American attitudes
regarding arts education,
agree an arts education encourages and assists in the improvement of a child’s attitudes toward school.
(Ruppert, 2006)
93%
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One out of every two teachers
have been
able to
help other teachers implement strategies
covered during the professional development workshop. (AISD,2014)
OF EVERY
Students who attend
arts-rich schools are
as likely to attend college (Catterral, 2010).