Date of Award
Summer 8-12-2014
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education (MAEd)
Department
Art and Design
First Advisor
Dr. Melody Milbrandt
Second Advisor
Dr. Melanie Davenport
Third Advisor
Dr. Kevin Hsieh
Abstract
This study discusses the importance of theories of care that are especially relevant to students in middle school art classes. Middle school students are going through an increasing number of changes emotionally, mentally, and cognitively that can be explored through an art curriculum that teaches them the value of caring for themselves and others, while also meeting their developmental needs. In this thesis research, teaching strategies are discussed that will cultivate an environment of care in the middle school classroom. This information will be used in the construction of developmentally sequenced art lessons that put these caring attitudes, strategies, and practices into action through art studio and criticism lessons incorporating the national art education standards.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/5812623
Recommended Citation
Stovall, Lauren Ashley, "A Catalyst Toward Caring: Middle School Art Lessons that Embrace the Value of Compassion." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2014.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/5812623