At Rathinam International Public School (RPS), we teach in a fresh, all-around way, different from old school methods. We go beyond just talks, memorizing, or books. We use Art-Integrated Learning (AIL). It changes how kids learn.
We mix art into all subjects which totally changes how students get interested, understand, and remember things. This smart way of teaching isn’t just fun; it makes learning richer.
It gets students ready not just for tests, but for a world needing creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and people who can change easily. Art is not an extra thing here. It’s key. It makes kids curious, use their imagination, and build strong thinking skills and help them contribute to others
What is AIL? It’s How We Teach and Think.
- AIL is much more than just adding art classes or using art as pictures. It’s a deep way of teaching that uses art as a main tool to look into, grasp, and show ideas in all school subjects.
- At RPS, AIL uses many kinds of art – like drawing, music, dance, plays, digital art – to teach, explore, and understand subjects usually seen as separate from art.
- Instead of art being a side class, RPS mixes it into main lessons. This turns hard-to-imagine ideas into real, hands-on experiences for kids.
- This way helps students make deep, personal links with what they learn.It goes beyond memorizing by engaging students’ senses, feelings, minds, and bodies all at once.
So, students learn not just by hearing or seeing words, but by making, showing, and doing. This full involvement makes tough ideas clear, hard theories easy, and old events feel real through exciting art.
The Power of Art-Integrated Learning at RPS
AIL at RPS is built on the idea that people are smart in many ways, not just with numbers and words. Like how we understand space, move our bodies, make music, get along with others, know ourselves, and understand nature too.
By using different arts, AIL uses these many kinds of smarts. This makes sure every student finds their way to learn and do well. It knows that everyone learns differently. It gives many ways into tough subjects, fitting different learning styles. This way helps students who struggle with old teaching methods shine through art. It also makes learning deeper for everyone by giving new views and ways to join in.
Art-Integrated Learning at RPS
Also, AIL at RPS fits with ideas that say students build their own understanding by doing things and thinking about them. When students use art for school topics, they are moving stuff around, fixing problems, choosing things, and figuring out info.
This active, thinking-while-doing way builds smart thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding that lasts, much more than just hearing facts. Making art involves planning, doing, checking, and changing. This is like how science works and how designs are made. It teaches skills useful everywhere.
How RPS Uses Art in All Classes: A Web of Learning
At RPS, AIL is not a quick thing. It’s a constant, tightly woven thread through all subjects. This changes the classroom into a bright, busy place of discovery, where kids get curious and push their thinking limits. This part shows how RPS uses AIL in different school areas.
Art in Main Subjects: Making Ideas Real
In subjects like science and math, which can seem hard and not real, we use visual art to make tough ideas very clear. Kids might draw detailed cell parts, build 3D models of chemicals to see how they fit, or use math shapes to make small buildings or bridges
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1.How do students benefit from the use of Art-Integrated Learning?
Students develop creativity, retain information longer, think critically and creatively. Students build self-confidence, improve their communication skills, and enhance their emotional and social development which leads to a more comprehensive learning experience.
2.Will Art-Integrated Learning include technology?
Yes, RPS has incorporated technology into its AIL format, utilizing digital art tools, multimedia, and even virtual reality to provide a more engaging and current learning experience.
3.Is Art-Integrated Learning effective for all ages of students?
Yes. RPS is flexible when applying Art-Integrated Learning to ensure that the projects are suitable for each age group. For example younger students may use play-based art and music, whereas older students will complete more complicated projects that integrate multiple subjects.
4.Does AIL use technology?
Yes, AIL at RPS includes technology like digital drawing tools, videos, and even virtual reality to make learning more modern and fun.
Blog crafted by Ayyappan, Content Developer,
Rankyouhigher, Coimbatore.
