The course takes a multidisciplinary approach to art psychology, introducing participants to different ways of understanding and teaching arts, dealing with the student’s creative process, and taking the best of the positive impact of art-related activities on our well-being.
It is based on a broad understanding of art and creativity across the lifespan and will draw on work in several disciplinary areas such as neuropsychology, pedagogy, and sociology, to consider creativity at different ages and in different contexts and specifically to consider the artistic phenomenon as a combination of perspectives and situations (artist, viewer, artwork).
Participants will be involved in an active learning process, also focusing on personal experience and self-expression, combining cognitive and emotional elements to make the learning process easier and ensure long-lasting retention of the new knowledge.
By the end of the course, teachers will learn how to combine art theory and practice in a productive way, to actively maintain students’ attention and motivation throughout the creative class and process, including art production, art communication, preparing, and visiting an art exhibition.
They will also be invited to improve their own creative attitude through a simple series of group and individual exercises that stimulate lateral thinking.
Make use of art and psychology of art theory and practice in a productive way;
Understand and consider different ways of interpreting and teaching creatively;
Actively maintain students’ attention and motivation throughout a creative class and learning process;
Improve creative attitude and stimulate lateral thinking through group and individual exercises.
Tentative schedule
Day 1 – Course introduction & art education
Course introduction
Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
Icebreaker activities;
Presentations of the participants’ schools.
Art education
Foundation in Art Psychology;
The artistic phenomenon (artist, viewer, artwork) and its relevant impact on art education and participation;
Slides presentation, case histories, and individual practical activities.
Day 2 – Art, in the classroom and beyond
Brain, Art, Society;
A multidisciplinary approach to art pedagogy;
Well-being and Life-Skills development through art practices;
The creative process during the Life Span;
Group discussion and focus group.
Day 3 – Art and communication
Teachers’ lateral thinking;
Let’s exercise our creative attitude to best communicate with students!
Day 4 – Active art
Hands-on work;
Understanding and enjoying art in the classroom – art production, history, management;
Role-play/simulation by course members;
How to actively maintain students’ attention and motivation.
Day 5 – Art outside the classroom
Hands-on work;
Understanding and enjoying art out of the classroom – visiting or organizing art exhibitions;
Roleplay/simulation by course members;
How to actively maintain students’ attention and motivation. (This lesson will be held outside the classroom).
Day 6 – Course closure & cultural activities
Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
Excursion and other external cultural activities.
Dates and locations
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Reviews about this course
Kristīne Anete Berkoldefrom Latvia
The activities allowed us to put the techniques into practice and the learning by doing was incredibly effective. These hands-on experiences solidified our understanding of the concepts and provided a tangible application of the skills being taught. The experiential learning approach added an extra layer of engagement to the course.
Panagiotis Papadopoulosfrom Greece
The organization of the course was superb, and I particularly enjoyed the painting activity. It added a creative and hands-on element to the learning process, making it both enjoyable and memorable. The attention to detail in organizing such engaging activities enhanced the overall experience.
Charalampos Doukidisfrom Greece
I absolutely loved the opportunity to collaborate and create with the other participants. The collective creativity and synergy that emerged during these collaborative sessions were truly inspiring. Working together not only expanded our creative horizons but also fostered a sense of camaraderie among us.
Tihomir Razum
I learned how to improve communication with students by teaching art, the importance of art as a psychological tool. I also improved my knowledge about the creative process and learned how to encourage the students in interesting ways to better express themselves. Gained knowledge and experience will help me during my work as an art teacher.