From Aesthetic Criticism to Humanistic Understanding: A Practical Illustration.

Smith, Ralph A.

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Publication Date: 1984

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From Aesthetic Criticism to Humanistic Understanding: A Practical Illustration.

Smith, Ralph A.

Studies in Art Education, v25 n4 p238-44 Sum 1984

A unit of study, designed for a general humanities course at the community college level, illustrates the relevance of aesthetics, art history, and art criticism to art education. The unit is predicated on the belief that the visual arts possess potential for contributing to humanistic education. (Author/RM)

Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Affective Objectives, Art Education, Art History, Higher Education, Humanistic Education, Learning Activities, Secondary Education, Units of Study, Visual Arts

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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