Two essays present a rationale for teaching and learning in the arts and consider the place of the arts in basic education. The first essay, "Art and Educational Inflation," by Jacques Barzun was the keynote address at the National Art Education Association Conference in 1978. Barzun attacks what he calls the inflationary language presently used…

The nine papers presented in the document are part of a conference held at Coombe Lodge in Bristol, England, which focused on an analysis of the objectives of vocational art and design education and a re-appraisal of the curriculum. The papers include the following: (1) The Report of the Working Group on Vocational Courses, (2) Design Education--A…

This essay is concerned with the revolutionary changes, both conscious and otherwise, in art values and functions that have been generated by the democratization of art education. The development of art education is considered from this perspective with particular focus on the areas of conflict. (Editor/RK)

Considers the two cerebral hemispheres and their related functions as well as the understanding of how they can affect future educational planning. The right hemisphere, responsible for intuitive and creative processes, has been almost totally ignored in our society. Discusses the role of the art teacher in correcting that imbalance. (RK)

Believes that art is a powerful agent for educational growth, of fundamental importance, and therefore that its rightful place is at the core of the curriculum. (Author/RK)

The author discusses some goals of the Architects-in-Schools program and how high school art students became more aware of the influence of the "built environment" on the natural environment, as well as how it is used as the vehicle for understanding and teaching of traditional academic subjects. (Author/RK)

Discusses the position of the arts in the school curriculum, the different attitudes held by parents and administrators on basic education versus art education, and the growing attitude of educators that the arts are fundamental to the entire educational curriculum. (RK)

The Jefferson County, Colorado, public schools (Jeffco) have offered an arts in general education program since 1971. Its intent is to infuse the entire curriculum, K-12, with arts activities and perspectives. (Author/RK)

Comments critically on the Recommendations of the Arts, Americans and Educational Panel concerning "philosophical, substantive, and structural changes" in proposing a national arts education policy. Suggests four themes within the text and recommendations of the Report that should be treated with caution in formulating an arts policy.…

This paper was the Presidential Address given at the NAEA Convention in Philadelphia, April 4, 1977. (Editor)

Highlights the controversy surrounding arts high schools, considering the appropriateness of their curriculum, their clientele, and their relation to the larger education and arts education communities. States that these schools must define their objectives within the larger educational context, demonstrate the power of arts education, and provide…

Presents a study that describes the development and assesses the effectiveness of a federally funded arts-in-education project undertaken by the Homer (New York) Central Schools. Concludes that the stated goal of integrating arts experiences regularly into the total school program was not being met and makes suggestions for effective…

An effective arts program in the elementary schools of Nigeria should assist children in comprehending culture, past and present, and in understanding people's dependence-independence balance in relation to their environment. The arts also have an unmistakable role to play in easing the tension of modern living. (RM)

Discussed are (1) the goals and practices of the Folk Artist in Education (FAIE) program, (2) the FAIE in relationship to the Artist in Education program criticisms, (3) improving FAIE programs, and (4) reasons for its support. (RM)