Submitted by kevin (not verified) on November 26, 2007 - 17:51.
It is refreshing to hear that teachers such as Mr. Hurley are willing to challenge current models of education as well as commit to principles of lifelong learning. I have to say that I am more than a little interested in discovering to what levels an arts based curriculum motivates its students. As an elementary art teacher I am no stranger to the joy of the arts. Most of my students walk into the room full of anticipation at what they might create. In addition, an arts based curriculum is sure to reach many different learning styles as students get to visualize, problem solve, and create within their lesson objectives. What I think is key above all, is that students may literally create their own curriculum (within parameters)and as a result, education becomes relevant to the learner. The arts have a much higher place in education than what our current education model has assigned them. I am very interested to read future updates and developments from Mr. Hurley.
An arts based curriculum
Submitted by kevin (not verified) on November 26, 2007 - 17:51.
It is refreshing to hear that teachers such as Mr. Hurley are willing to challenge current models of education as well as commit to principles of lifelong learning. I have to say that I am more than a little interested in discovering to what levels an arts based curriculum motivates its students. As an elementary art teacher I am no stranger to the joy of the arts. Most of my students walk into the room full of anticipation at what they might create. In addition, an arts based curriculum is sure to reach many different learning styles as students get to visualize, problem solve, and create within their lesson objectives. What I think is key above all, is that students may literally create their own curriculum (within parameters)and as a result, education becomes relevant to the learner. The arts have a much higher place in education than what our current education model has assigned them. I am very interested to read future updates and developments from Mr. Hurley.