This book argues the importance of aesthetic literacies in learning and teaching in schools for future work. The study of aesthetics is critical in today’s learning, due to the increasingly complex ways in which we communicate meaning, such as through the presentation of texts and objects. The book provides educators, pre-service teachers, and students an in-depth understanding of aesthetic literacies in innovative spaces, including in philosophical literature, environmental spaces, curricula and classrooms. Using various theoretical frames from both the arts and literacy fields, this book shares relevant pedagogies, theorisations and contexts where aesthetic literacies are at the core of learning. It emphasises how improved knowledge of aesthetics and quality experiences in beauty are vital in aiding students and young children develop the necessary resilience and tolerance needed in today’s uncertain world.
Author(s): Georgina Barton
Series: SpringerBriefs in Education
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 107
City: Singapore
Acknowledgments
Contents
1 Aesthetics, Education and Literacies
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Defining Key Concepts: Aesthetics, Aesthetics Education and Aesthetic Literacies
1.2.1 Aesthetics
1.2.2 Aesthetics Education
1.2.3 Aesthetic Literacies
1.2.4 Further Concepts Related to Aesthetic Literacies
1.3 Significance and Overview of Book
1.4 Structure of Book
1.5 Reflections
References
2 The History of Aesthetics and Educational Thinking
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Non-western Perspectives of Aesthetics
2.2.1 Indigenous Aesthetics
2.2.2 Eastern Philosophies and Aesthetics
2.3 Feminist Perspectives of Aesthetics
2.4 Western Perspectives of Aesthetics
2.4.1 The School of Athens: Aristotle and Plato
2.4.2 Kantian Aesthetics
2.4.3 Nordic/Scandinavian Philosophies
2.5 Aesthetic Qualities and Implications for Educational Contexts
2.6 Summary
2.7 Reflections
References
3 Aesthetics Education and Literacies
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Aesthetics Education
3.3 Concepts Related to Aesthetics Education
3.3.1 Aesthetic Inquiry
3.3.2 Aesthetic Reasoning
3.4 Aesthetic Literacies
3.4.1 A Conceptual Framework for Aesthetic Literacies: Appraisal Theory and Appreciation
3.5 Summary
3.6 Reflections
References
4 Teaching and Assessing Aesthetic Literacies
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Curriculum and Aesthetic Literacies
4.2.1 Modes of Meaning
4.3 Frameworks to Teach Aesthetic Literacies
4.3.1 Learning by Design
4.3.2 Arts-Based Learning
4.3.3 Art Criticism
4.4 Assessing Aesthetic Literacies
4.4.1 Types of Assessment
4.4.2 Analytical Frameworks
4.4.3 Metalanguage
4.5 Examples of Aesthetic Literacies in Schools
4.6 Summary
4.7 Reflections
References
5 Aesthetic Literacies in the Workforce
5.1 Introduction
5.2 The Role Aesthetics Plays in the Workforce
5.2.1 Aesthetic Usability Effect
5.2.2 21st-Century Skills
5.2.3 Design Principles
5.3 The Benefits of Aesthetics for the Workforce
5.3.1 Creating a Welcoming Environment
5.3.2 Improving Mental Health and Wellbeing
5.3.3 Boosting Productivity and Generating a High Return on Investment
5.4 Learning About Aesthetics for Future Work
5.4.1 Creative and Cultural Capital
5.4.2 Job Readiness
5.5 Summary
5.6 Reflections
References
6 The Importance of Aesthetics in Educational Spaces and Relationships
6.1 Introduction
6.2 The Importance of Aesthetics in Educational Spaces
6.3 Educational Philosophies Involving Aesthetics
6.3.1 Alternative Education
6.3.2 Forest Schools
6.4 Educational Pedagogies Involving Aesthetics
6.4.1 Positive Pedagogy
6.4.2 Aesthetic Pedagogy
6.4.3 Relational Pedagogy
6.4.4 Ethics of Care: Compassionate and Empathetic Approaches to Learning and Teaching
6.4.5 Socially-Just and Culturally Creative Pedagogies: Habits of Mind
6.5 Summary
6.6 Reflections
References
7 Theorising Aesthetic Literacies in Educational Research
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Conceptualising Aesthetic Literacies Within New Literacies Studies
7.3 An Ecological View of Aesthetic Literacies
7.4 Classrooms as Ecosystems
7.4.1 The Notion of Ecologies of Practice in Educational Settings
7.4.2 The Concept of Umwelt for Aesthetic Literacies
7.5 Summary
7.6 Reflections
References
8 Why Beauty Is Needed in Education Now More Than Ever
8.1 Introduction
8.2 The Importance of Aesthetics for Teacher Reflection
8.3 Propositions for Educators
8.4 There is Hope Yet
8.5 Final Reflections
References
Index
