Overview

Art appreciation and understanding of the visual work of arts, including painting, sculpture and other forms of artistic expressions, involves learning about the elements and principles of art, as well as the historical and cultural context in which works of art were created. The goal of art appreciation is to deepen to students’ understanding and enjoyment of the visual arts engaging their intellect, emotions, senses, and their imagination. It can reduce stress, improve brain functioning, and help students to refresh. As well as being a subject of general interest, art appreciation has long been associated with improving mental and physical health.

This 6-day course provides participants with a theoretical background on appreciation and understanding of the visual work of arts, as well as practical guidance for integrating activities and implementing programs in the areas of curriculum and school life. Discussions, site visits and group work will enrich sharing ideas and exchange of practice between participants. There is also the possibility to extend the course to 7-day.

The cost for 6-day course is 480 euro and for 7-day course is 560 euro. It includes course fees, course material, entrance to museums and tours.

Objectives

During the course, participants will:

• Explore the benefits of appreciation and understanding visual work of arts.
• Study the guidelines for appreciation and understanding visual work of arts.
• Explore and practice a variety of Art activities for primary schools.
• Explore and practice a variety of Art activities for secondary schools.
• Use of ICT tools and AI tools in Art activities
• Study a variety of examples

Methodology

The working methods that are used are highly practical and participatory. The experiential method is used to encourage the search for contemporary pedagogical theories and teaching approaches. The hands-on approach is used to examine real examples, case studies, surveys and simulations. The group activities foster mutual learning, cooperation and collaboration between participants. The discussions encourage sharing ideas, intercultural dialogue and the exchange of good practices between the participants. Social, networking and cultural activities give participants the opportunity to establish professional cooperation and links with teachers, staff, schools and organisations in Europe. At the end of the course, participants fill in an e-questionnaire for evaluation.

Preparation

After confirming registration, participants will be informed about the details of the course (arrival, daily programme). Participants will be able to introduce themselves and bring a few examples of routines and practices that they apply to their teaching.

Course Schedule

DAY 1

• Introduction
Exploring the benefits of appreciation and understanding visual work of arts.
• Practicing Art activities

DAY 2

• Visit to Limassol historical center,
Carob Mill Museum, Medieval Castle & other monuments.
• Doing activities in the city center.
• The Sculpture Park
• Examples of artworks in the city.
• Data collection for the group work.

DAY 3

• Study the guidelines for appreciation and understanding visual work of arts..
• Practicing Art activities
• Group work

DAY 4

• Use of ICT tools and AI tools in Art activities
• Practicing Art activities
• Group work

DAY 5

• Practicing Art activities
• Group work
• Visit to the
  – Archaeological Museum
  – Municipal Garden

DAY 6

• Practicing Art activities
• Presentation of group work
• Review of the course, Certificates

DAY 7 (optional)

TOUR TO PAPHOS TOWN
It includes a tour with 5-stops (9:00 am– 5:00 pm) 5:00 pm)
• Tomb of the kings
• Catacomb of Agia Solomoni
• Paphos Archaeological Park with Roman mosaics
• Paphos Medieval Castle and port
• Petra tou Romiou (The birthplace of Aphrodite)

Courses Fees

480 euro (6-day) & 560 euro (7-day)

Offers on request for longer trainings.

Sessions

• 27.01.2024 – 01.02.2024  Confirmed
• 09.03.2024 – 14.03.2024
• 18.05.2024 – 23.05.2024
• 24.08.2024 – 29.08.2024
• 02.11.2024 – 07.11.2024
• 07.12.2024 – 12.12.2024
• 25.01.2025 – 30.01.2025
• 08.03.2025 – 13.03.2025
• 17.05.2025 – 22.05.2025
• 23.08.2025 – 28.08.2025
• 25.10.2025 – 30.10.2025
• 29.11.2025 – 04.12.2025