Content foundations of future visual arts specialists training in higher education institutions of the USA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.24195/artstudies.2024-4.1Keywords:
art education, visual art, future visual arts specialists, professional training, higher education institutions, USA.Abstract
The article clarifies content foundations of future visual arts specialists’ professional training in higher education institutions in the USA. The historical foundations of future visual arts specialists’ professional training in higher education institutions in the USA were revealed. It is found that the history of art education development in the USA dates back to the late 18th century, and began with individual art subjects in urban schools, and then developed and modernized thanks to new concepts in the field of art. Within the regulatory framework, the provisions of a number of laws are characterized, in particular, the “Higher Education Act”, which regulates general provisions for higher education institutions functioning in the USA, and are based on the principles of freedom of expression and artistic activity; development of creative and critical thinking; promoting free and open exchange of ideas; students should be treated equally and fairly; the diversity and breadth of artistic theories and methods; taking into account the opinions of students in all aspects of university life; equality of opportunities (social, gender, etc.) and so on. The content of future visual arts specialists’ training in higher education institutions in the USA was highlighted on the example of the educational program provided by the Taylor School of Art and Architecture, Temple University in the specialty “Graphic Design”, specialization “Illustration and New Media”. It is determined that the purpose of training students in higher art education institutions in the USA is to increase their professional competence in the field of visual arts and provide them with appropriate consultations. The selection of methods for teaching graphic design in accordance with the main type of activity, as well as development of professional and general theoretical skills, which correspond to the individual creative abilities of students, are also aimed at improving their professional experience.
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