Art as an Occasion of Intelligence.

Perkins, D. N.

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ERIC Number: EJ367385

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Publication Date: 1988

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Art as an Occasion of Intelligence.

Perkins, D. N.

Educational Leadership, v45 n4 p36-43 Dec-Jan 1987-88

Discusses the three counterforces that work against teaching art in the schools: (1)students' naive concepts; (2) schooling's neglect of intelligent behavior; and (3) counterproductive disciplinary procedures. Presents the concept of "invisible art" used to teach an experimental course in art appreciation. Includes extensive references. (MD)

Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Art Appreciation, Art Education, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Discipline, Elementary Secondary Education, Productive Thinking, Program Development, Visual Arts

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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