Understanding Art Education through the Lens of Threshold Concepts

· BRILL
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This is an important book on the value of art education and the nature of having the affective dimension at the core of the visual art learning environment. The case studies are powerful and varied providing an unapologetic view of the transformative impact such learning environments can have upon students and the epistemic value of engagement in the visual arts. Moreover, the case studies speak to an emotional level of the reader. The author provides a digestible theoretical support for understanding the journey these students have undergone which can empower educators to rethink their existing pedagogy.
This is an important book on the value of art education and the nature of having the affective dimension at the core of the visual art learning environment. The case studies are powerful and varied providing an unapologetic view of the transformative impact such learning environments can have upo...

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Matthew Ravenstahl has been a public schools art educator in America for 26 years. Matt received his Ed.D. degree from Durham University located in northeast England. He has been recognized and awarded Art Educator of the Year for the southeastern region of the United States, Art Educator of the Year for the state of Virginia and General Education Teacher of the Year for students with special needs.
Matthew Ravenstahl has been a public schools art educator in America for 26 years. Matt received his Ed.D. degree from Durham University located in northeast England. He has been recognized and awarded Art Educator of the Year for the southeastern region of the United States, Art Educator of the ...

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