Art-based learning
RE teachers, who would like to use art as a method. Her book offers 24 large colour prints of
a variety of works of art in different media (painting, sculpture, engraved glass, woven cloth,
etc.), which have been chosen to reflect the global nature of Christianity. The resource can be
used in RE to explore both learning about and learning from Christianity, and as part of
spiritual, moral and cultural development(http://www.amazon.com/Christianity-Through-Art-
Margaret-Cooling/dp/1851753826).
Usage of the method
This method helps pupils to understand Christian signs and symbols. It is a good opportunity
for a teacher to enrich their teachings with the language of image. An important criterion in
choosing an artistic work is complexity. The choise must be done according to the age and
ability of the children. Also teacher must remember that expression of christian art can be
interpretered variously(Mazzarello:107-108).
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