Arts in education : an honors thesis [(HONRS 499)]

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Authors
Fletcher, Sarah E.
Advisor
Mangelsdorf, Sarah J.
Issue Date
2005
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Thesis (B.?.)
Department
Honors College
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Abstract

The arts define what is meant by civilization. They are the foundation and framework of our culture. As a universal language, the arts serve as a channel to understanding and appreciating other cultures. [1] It seems fair to ask, if the arts occupy such a central role in human life, why don't they have a central role in education? Why aren't the things that bring us closest to the core of our cultural experience being taught? In this report, I give an analysis of the state of arts education in this country. I support my analysis with an annotated bibliography detailing the main assertions of each of my sources.