Encouraging student agency fosters meaningful civic participation from "summary" of Teaching Civic Participation with Digital Media in Art Education by Michelle Bae-Dimitriadis,Olga Ivashkevich
Encouraging student agency in the classroom is essential for fostering meaningful civic participation. When students are empowered to take ownership of their learning and actively engage in decision-making processes, they develop a sense of responsibility and autonomy that translates into their civic participation outside of the classroom. By allowing students to have a voice in what they learn and how they learn it, educators can cultivate a sense of agency that motivates students to become active members of their communities. Through digital media in art education, students have the opportunity to explore issues that are relevant to their lives and communities. By creating digital media projects that address social or political issues, students can use their artistic talents to raise awareness and advocate for change. This hands-on approach not only enhances students' artistic skills but also encourages them to think critically about the worl...
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