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Grant, Grace E. – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 1991
Presents a case study of one teacher's method of teaching literature. Discusses the emphasis on a process of critical interpretation of subject matter, transformation of that content, and continuous learning based on the literal and metaphorical aspects of content. Concludes that critical thinking is encouraged by organizing imagery, forms of…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Content Area Reading, Critical Thinking, English Instruction
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Muller-Michaels, Harro – European Education, 1991
Compares the teaching of literature in East and West Germany. Discusses both the nature and titles of the material taught and problems of teaching literature espousing individual thought and criticism in a communist system. Describes common ground in the literature curriculum of both that may serve as a basis for curriculum of unified Germany. (DK)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Course Content, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
North Dakota State Dept. of Public Instruction, Bismarck. – 1991
This document is the secondary level visual arts component of the North Dakota Arts Curriculum Project. After a presentation of the philosophy, goals, and objectives for the visual arts program, the guide is organized into four sections. The first section, "Visual Arts Program Components," presents an overview of educational…
Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Art Activities, Art Appreciation, Art Criticism
Laurel, Jeanne P., Comp. – 1986
This annotated bibliography lists publications which explore the various aspects of women's relation to literature. The items are grouped under the following headings: (1) articles (published in a journal); (2) books (single-author texts); and (3) collections (essays and documents, generally reprinted from other sources). (BZ)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Books, Family History, Females
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Stout, Candace Jesse – Studies in Art Education, 1995
Reports on a qualitative study of complex, sophisticated thinking among 50 preservice art teachers taking an art criticism course. Maintains that the conversational model of instruction helped students understand the higher-order thinking skills associated with art criticism. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art Criticism, Art Education, Class Organization, Classroom Environment
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Jeffers, Carol S.; Parth, Pat – Studies in Art Education, 1996
Raises a number of interesting questions about the relationship between controversial contemporary art and school art. Briefly summarizes the reactions of several groups of teachers and students after attending a controversial exhibit. Concludes with some recommendations for bridging the gap between the two art worlds. (MJP)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Values, Art Activities, Art Criticism, Art Education
Little, Bruce E., Ed. – 1990
In this anthology, 18 authors address art education and classroom issues of concern to the middle and high school level teacher. The volume includes: (1) "The Discipline of Art" (Harlan Hoffa); (2) "Art Criticism and Social Integration of the Disciplines of Art" (Tom Anderson); (3) "The Period of Transescence and Its Relevance for the Secondary…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Criticism, Art Education, Classroom Environment