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Arts education in early childhood teacher training: An international analysis

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This qualitative study explores key strengths and areas for improvement in arts education within early childhood teacher training programs. For this purpose, twenty-five interviews were conducted with experts from ten Ibero-American countries. The results indicate a low level of satisfaction with current training and highlight five priority elements that should be considered for inclusion in early childhood pre-service teacher education. These include increasing their link with the cultural world, incorporating a clear focus on artistic training, including more artistic disciplines, enhancing cross-disciplinarity, and re-evaluating the role of the arts. Incorporating these suggestions into contemporary early childhood education teacher training is essential.

Source: Teaching and Teacher Education

DOI: 10.1016/j.tate.2024.104703

Authors: Mar Oliver-Barcelo, Maria Ferrer-Ribot, Gloria Jové

Institutions: Universitat de les Illes Balears, Universitat de Lleida

Language: English

Topic: Art Education and Development

Subfield: Visual Arts and Performing Arts

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,770