ABOUT THE THRESHOLD CONCEPTS
The following Threshold Concepts are, we believe, (some of) the BIG IDEAS that can help students develop a deeper understanding of art.
But ... they are not meant to be instantly understood. Once opened, they introduce students to troublesome knowledge and new ways of considering our subject. In the classroom we hope they will promote discussion, experimentation and lift the lid on some of the unnecessary pressures that students (and teachers) can unwittingly inflict upon themselves. To be clear, there'll be little mention of grades, levels, assessment objectives, final pieces or overly-precious sketchbooks here.
Each concept has its own illustration, often with a nod to the work of other artists. The hope is that, alongside their accompanying statements, these will support discussion and debate. Click on each graphic below (or use the home page or the drop-down menu) to access further resources for each idea.
Feel free to make use of all of these resources with students as you wish. Please do let us know if you find them useful via email, or by donating here. All funds raised go towards supporting our work with arts educators and young people.
But ... they are not meant to be instantly understood. Once opened, they introduce students to troublesome knowledge and new ways of considering our subject. In the classroom we hope they will promote discussion, experimentation and lift the lid on some of the unnecessary pressures that students (and teachers) can unwittingly inflict upon themselves. To be clear, there'll be little mention of grades, levels, assessment objectives, final pieces or overly-precious sketchbooks here.
Each concept has its own illustration, often with a nod to the work of other artists. The hope is that, alongside their accompanying statements, these will support discussion and debate. Click on each graphic below (or use the home page or the drop-down menu) to access further resources for each idea.
Feel free to make use of all of these resources with students as you wish. Please do let us know if you find them useful via email, or by donating here. All funds raised go towards supporting our work with arts educators and young people.
