Life without art is boring and dull. But often at times, art is a subject that is underestimated in schools. The art courses in many schools are being cut back across the country. Many classrooms now have little supplies, and some courses are being taken away entirely. There are many reasons to which students need the aspect of art education in their curriculum, whether it is because it is an outlet for them to explore their creativity, or to work in a way that is soothing and in a stress- free environment. Art should be a mandatory subject to be taught in elementary and middle school as a child is growing up, but cutting back on art programs in schools seems to be a common solution to budget cuts since the 1970s when budget cuts began. Fewer public schools are offering art classes, whether it is in drama, dance, or visual art. This decline is due to budget cuts and an increased focus on math, science, and reading. Unfortunately, art classes are the first to be cut from schools, because the arts aren’t taken as seriously as subjects such as math and science because the arts programs are the first to be cut. This is a major problem in education.…
Our students get so excited about the arts in our school and picking elective classes. I truly feel that the arts is an outlet for ours students in our school. Our art programs are there to help students develop meaningful original works based on their opinions, feelings, and experiences. Our school has great art programs that we offer. Students get a choice of band, choir, guitar, piano, industrial art, art, and culinary art class. The school culture is going to change as we are losing our band teacher of 37 years, who was amazing with students. The creativity that our art teachers get students to express is absolutely amazing. Our school is always packed with community members whenever there is a performing art program. We have great band, choir, piano, guitar concerts, fantastic art shows and walks, wood working displays, and cooking shows. The culture of arts in the school is respected and loved by students, staff and community…
Although fine arts programs are usually the first to be cut when budget cuts come to schools, fine arts can be considered the most important thing in a child’s education. A well- rounded education in the fine arts help students develop imagination, observation skills, critical thinking skills, deeper and more complex thinking skills, spatial reasoning and temporal skills, critical analysis, abstract thought, and pattern recognition (Hurley). Research shows that when students study the arts, it leads to higher achievement in other areas, especially when the arts are meaningfully integrated throughout different content areas. A Scientific American editorial which was headlined “Hearing the Music, Honing the Mind,” stated, “Music produces profound and lasting changes in the brain. Schools should add classes, not cut them,”(Russell). According to the “No Child Left Behind” act, the fine arts are counted as one of the ten core subjects. Also under “No Child Left Behind,” it violates federal law to cut arts…
Dwyer, M. Christine. 2011. Reinvesting in Arts Education: Winning America 's Future through Creative Schools. President 's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. Web. 24 Jan. 2013.…
Since 1975 or so there has been many changes in technology that have affected arts education. Advancements in technology such as the internet, computers, and more art education programs have played a major effect. Before this era students could not really get the full picture of visual arts unless the instructor has the actual prints. The students did learn about colors, elements, and the ideas of art, but not students are not only learning about these things, but they can actually see these important elements. This came about primarily due to the internet. Students now can log on the internet and find pictures made by any artists. Also, since this era art has become very important in the concept of learning. I believe that people now realize that art education isn't just for fun, but it's a way that students can think beyond the books and explore the world through art. Computers have played a major role in this development of art. It's very important because students can learn the different eras of art such as the neoclassical era and romanticism. I know that when I think of art I just think of drawing and painting, but now I believe that art can relate to almost anything. Everything in life is art and with the advancements of technology students can see that this is true. Art history is very important because we can see how the advancements of art have changed over time. For example in music there used to be barely any instruments and composers would make art through voice and now since we have advance so much in technology music today is very complex, usually filled with many instruments and heavy sound. Art education and the arts itself have changed dramatically throughout the years due to the advancements in technology.…
“The Importance of Fine Arts Education” focuses on how fine arts are an essential part of development in every human being and are part of the cultural heritage of every American. It also notes the impact fine arts education has on improving learning throughout all academic areas. The article is published on the Katy Independent School District's website and lists many credible sources. Therefore, the article itself is highly credible.…
In recent years arts education has faced many issues as the school curriculum in the United States has shifted heavily towards the common core subjects of reading and math. Teachers and even business leaders are now recognizing the value of the arts to students like never before. According to Janet Reed, a principal at Mount Rainier Elementary School, states that “All the research shows the arts advance academic excellence.” A problem, however, is that providing arts education isn’t easy for schools to do, she says “It all comes down to money.” For many schools it is a money struggle to maintain art and music classes but there are too many schools dropping both out completely. It is imperative that schools understand the importance and the…
Then art, art is an activity was students can use imagination, creativity, self expression. Brain research confirms that art education strengthens students’ problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Music, singing, drawing, all these things are self expression of one’s self. By allowing art into the school, students have a free and easy way to open up and express themselves without fear of being judged.…
The National Summary Statement summarizes what every young American should know and be able to do in the arts. It is focused on four areas of emphasis: dance, music, theatre and visual arts. The scope of the summary statement is grades K-12 and speaks to both content and achievement. (National Standards for Arts Education) In this essay I will first describe the four areas of emphasis in art education and then provide recommendations of how the four areas of emphasis could be taught based on current research studies and theoretical constructs related to art.…
State officials and the Board of Education have long debated on what classes should be required to graduate. Economics and Personal Finance is one of the few classes that have recently become a required course. Some officials suggest that fine arts classes such as music, drama, or art should be required classes rather than electives. I disagree with the suggestion because many students do not have the space, it restricts students the freedom to explore, and some schools would not be able to fit students into the classes.…
Why should a person be required to take an arts course? Most school systems are requiring a fine arts course to graduate or earn their advanced diploma. Fine arts may include art, music, and or drama. Taking a fine arts class should be required because one might like it, so the classes fill up, and so one can learn the fine art that was chosen.…
Art is important to our culture, mostly because it is a part of which that makes our culture. It tells our human history and gives us the ideas of what is important to humans in that time period. These arts tell us history, in a similar way to what writing tells us, from oral history. Without many of the artworks that we now have, we would not have a clear look at what all happened.…
Art is important in our lives because it can improve our creativity skills, embrace neural connections, builds fine motor skills, and develops problem-solving skills. Art expresses your sense of beauty; discover the nature perception; for satisfaction or to promote emotions. In addition, art provides people with learning experience that enhances their minds, heart, and bodies. Art can send a powerful message and express deep truths or thoughts. For example, the 9/11 memorial and museum showed all the devastating losses of people which gave me the perspective that we live in a broken world.…
Since I was a little girl, I've been constantly compared to others and never been able to voice an opinion. Constantly hearing "you should stick to arts and crafts" or "boys are smarter than girls", made me question my abilities. It made me think that I had to know everything in order for someone to listen to me. My mom would say "do whatever you like do, yet show the world that you are brilliant in that". I made it my mission to never give up and to create a better future for myself. I threw myself into my studies and join all different kinds of programs in order to find what I passionate about. Now I have discovered my love of physical therapy, not only do I want to join that career but I want to have a balanced mindset and be continuously…
For example, people who paint and draw are able to express their feelings, creativity and uniqueness. If someone was only focused on the courses of STEM, they wouldn't be able to act as a true functional member of society by showing their feelings and exhibiting their uniqueness. Also, the arts help people further understand their culture and teach them unique skills and ideas native to their culture. The arts are important for every student to learn because they challenge the brain in ways STEM can not and they teach necessary…