Art education programs can increase student
performance in other academic areas; due to art activities' exercise of the brain's right
hemisphere and lateral thinking.
When we study the arts and humanities we study aspects
of culture; exploring people's ideas and beliefs, their cultural practices and the objects
they have made.
Arts
and History:
A collection of free study units on OpenLearn's LearningSpace, provided by Open
University.
ArtsEdge:
The Kennedy Center's interactive education program for K-12 teachers, parents and
students. Founded in 1991, ArtsEdge supports the creative use of technology to enhance
teaching and learning in, through and about the arts.
Art Education at the Getty:
Education-related activities, lessons, and resources offered by the Getty for teachers,
students, professionals, and the general public.
KinderArt:
Large collection of free online art lesson plans and art education; an all-in-one resource
for teaching the arts.
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