Aesthetics

Curriculum Theory and Practice

Linda Grace L. Manansala

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 The concept of “aesthetics” was first used by
the philosopher Alexander Von Baumgarten in
Aesthetics the mid-eighteenth century derived from the
Aesthetics
Greek aisthetike, meaning sense perception.

For Baumgarten, aesthetics was concerned

with the perfection of perception and with the
perception of perfection, or beauty.

“Beauty” is a part of nature, which everyone

feels, and “aesthetic sense” is the ability to
perceive the existence of beautiful things, a
sense that is actively constructed by the
individual’s inner heart.
 Aesthetics
Aesthetics is the branch of philosophy concerned
with the study of beauty and taste as well as
the philosophy of art.
It examines aesthetic values, often expressed
through judgments of taste and it plays an
important role in education.

Children have rich imagination and are naturally

fond of drawing. As we know, although most
children are trained for some things, such as
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counting or reading, they are still interested in art

and are happy to accept it.
 Aesthetic dimension of teaching
Aesthetic expressions can
Aesthetics is knowledge be communicated through
that pertains to the senses symbolic forms like theatre,
and involves how we dance, poetry, and images.
experience ourselves and the These forms represent an
world. interpretation of the world
and affect feelings – they
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experienced and invite a

response.
 Aesthetic education
Aesthetics
is an approach to teaching
and learning that engages
students in learning about
works of art through
hands-on inquiry,
questioning, writing, and
art making.
 Aesthetics in
education
The aesthetic dimension
of education is concerned
with developing a sense of
appreciation for beauty and
creativity in various art forms
such as music, visual arts,
drama, and literature.
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John Dewey believed that children
learn best by forming their own views and
can enhance their education through their
own experiences and interactions.
Positive experiences will lead to a positive
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view of their surroundings.
As students gain new experiences,
relate information to previous knowledge,
and form their own thoughts on beauty,
they will continue to develop.
 John dewey
For Dewey, the aesthetic is an
essential qualitative aspect of those
genuine experiences that contribute
to the process of personal growth, or
the “experiential continuum”, that is
education.
The aesthetic is by no means
confined to the arts. Scientific,
mathematical, historical, artistic or
other experiences can be said to have
an aesthetic quality.
 Rudolf Steiner's movement on
aesthetic development states that
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children need intellectual, creative,
moral, and spiritual development. This
theorists
perspective focuses on the fact that
children ages 0 — 7 learn about their
environment through their senses.

Incorporating music, art, and pretend

play fosters students' abilities to retain
information through imitation or
impressions.
 Lev Vygotsky is most known
for the A lookzone
idea of at the
of proximal
development (ZPD), which is the
theorists
distance between the level a child
can perform independently
versus their potential level with
guidance.
This is key to a child's
development because learning
takes place just above their
independent level.
 Role of Aesthetic
dimension in education

1. The aesthetic dimension

helps to develop a child’s
creativity, imagination, and
emotional intelligence.
in education
2. Aesthetic education
involves exposing children
to various art forms and
encouraging them to
engage in creative activities,
such as painting, drawing,
singing, and acting. This
exposure helps children
develop a sense of beauty,
taste and aesthetics.
3. Aesthetics education is
not only important for
developing creativity and
imagination in children but
also fostering critical
thinking skills.
4. Through the study of art,
children learn to think critically
and develop their analytical and
interpretative skills.
For example, analyzing a work
of art requires careful
observation, interpretation, all
of which are important skills
that can be applied to other
areas of learning.
5. The aesthetic dimension
of education is also
important for fostering
cultural awareness and
appreciation.
 Helping aesthetic development
• Various resources and • Students can learn
experiences should be about music through
available to aid in toys, musical
aesthetic development instruments, and,
for young children. By when applicable,
integrating activities and technology. Teaching
various manipulatives, music with instruments
educators can enhance sparks interest and
student learning and participation because
motivation and foster students get to do
aesthetic development. something.
 Musical toys promote
Helping aesthetic development
exploration of sounds.
 Percussion and guitar
toys help students
create rhythm and
 Keyboards provide harmony along with
background sounds for experimentation.
accompaniment in
singing, recording, or  Music software can
rhythmic backgrounds. be used to experience
more music and
involve parents.
How to cultivate children’s aesthetic
literacy
1. Artistic teaching
2. Life-based teaching
3. Diversified teaching
4. Teaching by doing
5. Teaching through experience
6. Individual teaching
7. Imaginative teaching
8. Perceptual teaching
 conclusion
The aesthetic dimension of education is an
important aspect of developing well-rounded,
creative, and culturally aware individuals. It plays a
crucial role in the development of a child’s
cognitive, emotional, and social development.
 Early childhood educators must incorporate aesthetic
development strategies and techniques to ensure a quality,
conclusion
effective education in aesthetics, or a set of values relating
to nature and the appreciation of beauty. To foster student
success, plan for a variety of learning experiences and keep
in mind each child's zone of proximal development,
which is the distance between the level a child can perform
independently versus their potential level with guidance.
Allowing students to learn through experience has proven,
through various theories, to create a well-rounded,
intelligent individual.
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