A Content Analysis of the Intersections between Art Education and Teacher Education

Abstract

Although preservice teacher education is considered an essential link for systemic change, key arts education initiatives in California do not effectively address the educational practices and policies for teacher preparation. To uncover existing and emerging practices for visual and performing arts education in postsecondary teacher education programs, this content analysis examined five national and international teacher education journals (1995-2015). Though a pressing need to increase publication in this area exists, findings indicate that arts integration in teacher education fosters self-reflection of personal beliefs, artistic growth, and epistemological understanding for candidates while inspiring collaborative partnerships for faculty.

The Impact of Arts Integration in Primary Education

“…Integrating arts in education has contributed to developing scientific imagination, engaging non-scientists, and building connections across various subjects (Gurnon et al, 2013). Furthermore, arts integration in teacher education has been shown to foster self-reflection, artistic growth, and collaborative partnerships for faculty, indicating its potential to enhance the professional development of educators (Lorimer, 2018).…”