First Advisor
Stewart, Connie K.
Date Created
8-2017
Abstract
The classroom action research project was initiated when I observed in my classroom that inclusion of contemporary artists and their work influenced student engagement in the creation and completion of art assignments. Twelve fifth grade students participated in the study: six boys and six girls. The students completed an expressive self-portrait using materials of their choice after having been exposed to an art historical artist and four contemporary portrait artists. The students completed a pre-unit survey and a post unit survey. In process artwork was photographed to document engagement. Personal observation and a rubric were also used to evaluate engagement. According to students, engagement and creativity increased due to two factors; the inclusion of contemporary artists and freedom of choice in creating the self-portrait.
Keywords
Arts-based research; Art education; Contemporary art
Extent
61 pages
Local Identifiers
VannARP_2017
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by the author.
Recommended Citation
Vann, Paula, "Effects of Inclusion of Contemporary Artists/Artworks Within the Core Knowledge Curriculum to Increase Student Engagement" (2017). Action Research Projects. 6.
https://digscholarship.unco.edu/arp/6