Author: New York State Department of Education

Publication Year: 1969

Media Type: Report

Summary:

We must strive to make the teaching and learning process more humanistic. By this we mean to stress education which emphasizes the importance of man, his nature and place in the universe; teaches that all persons have dignity and worth; studies man's accomplishments, especially those that tend to enrich the quality of life; and searches for the means to repair our savaged environment, to satisfy one's emotions and aspirations, and to develop a personal lifestyle. We need to increase humanistic concern in order to redress the value imbalances of a technological and material-oriented society.

Abstract:

We must strive to make the teaching and learning process more humanistic. By this we mean to stress education which emphasizes the importance of man, his nature and place in the universe; teaches that all persons have dignity and worth; studies man's accomplishments, especially those that tend to enrich the quality of life; and searches for the means to repair our savaged environment, to satisfy one's emotions and aspirations, and to develop a personal lifestyle. We need to increase humanistic concern in order to redress the value imbalances of a technological and material-oriented society.

In this statement, the sixth of a series of position papers, the Regents present broad comment on the special need for a new humanistic emphasis in the schools. The paper outlines a specific proposal for demonstration of new programs in the humanities and arts in elementary and secondary education.

We hope that all persons will review this brief statement. The proposal for demonstration projects is included in the Executive Budget of the Governor, and we urge especially that the members of the Legislature approve the proposal at the 1970 session. (p. Foreword)

CONTENTS
Introduction.
Program.
Conclusion.
Appendix: The statewide network of model school districts.

Arts & Intersections:

Categories: Arts Education