STUDY UNIT 4: ARTS INTEGRATION

Arts Integration

is a method of teaching in which students construct and prove understanding through an art form.  Students engage in a creative process which connects an art form and another subject area and meets objectives

Learners deal with real-world challenges.

They find creative solutions to problems.

Learners reflect on their own learning and the meaning of their learning experience.Activities are accompanied by music.  There might not be any direct link between the musical concepts, teaching, and learning.Musical activities work together to reach a non-musical outcome.  Music is not the final product of the activity.

Musical concepts are experienced and reinforced.  Music is the final product of the activity.Musical activities are linked directly to musical concepts. Music determines which activity to do.Theoretical knowledge is shared with learners.

• Learners have to use prior knowledge.
• Learners have to be actively involved.
• Learners receive holistic and authentic learning experiences.

Arts education nurtures creativity, curiosity,and motivation. It allows for deep engagement with learning and shapes the way learners understand themselves and the world around them