The Ghost of Creativity in Art Education.

Alexander, Robin R.

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ERIC Number: EJ246599

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Publication Date: 1981-Jul

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The Ghost of Creativity in Art Education.

Alexander, Robin R.

Art Education, v34 n4 p28-30 Jul 1981

The author critically examines nine assumptions about creativity commonly held by preservice elementary art teachers, such as "all children have creativity,""creativity can be taught and learned,""art skills hinder creativity," and "creativity is good." (SJL)

Descriptors: Art Education, Childrens Art, Creative Development, Educational Principles, Elementary Education, Student Teachers, Teacher Attitudes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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