Book Launch – Sensory Probes: Essays and exercises for teachers to cultivate an artistic attitude in the classroom
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11.12.2024
Anna Harris
This book, edited by Anna Harris (Maastricht University), contains contributions by all SenseSquared partners. Its main objective is to show that a sensuous and artistic attitude can open up new and unexpected perspectives in educational settings. The approach is joyous and rewarding for everyone involved, and has a profound and lasting impact on the individual level. Moreover, it is conducive for deep learning and can align with the regular school curriculum.
SenseSquared highlights the need for a form of education that promotes diversity and fosters communication, one that enhances creative problem-solving, allowing for unexpected outcomes. We need an education where all children and teachers alike can flourish in connection with each other and the world. SenseSquared suggests that art is the glue that connects diversity to inclusion, and inclusion to a sense of mutual understanding. Art can open up a wealth of completely new approaches to a world in need of more connection and a more systemic view of our place in it.