The Role of Artistic Practice and Practical Experience in Higher Art Education: Analysis of Methodologies and the Structure of Practical Courses

Abstract

Practical training plays an important role in the system of training specialists in the field of art. The purpose of this work is to investigate the leading approaches to the organization of practical training in the field of higher art education, which enable students to master high levels of technical skills and the ability to think creatively. An content-analysis of literature was used. A total of 48 positions were selected. The results demonstrate the importance of artistic practice in the system of professional training of art specialists. In particular, it was established that the use of project-oriented learning, interactive workshops, as well as cooperation with art institutions and active integration of digital technologies in the educational process is important for the formation of professional and creative skills of students of higher art education. These teaching methods also play an important role in ensuring the comprehensive development of students. The conclusions emphasize the issue of implementing practical courses in the system of training modern specialists in the field of art. The study also determined that the identified approaches to practical training develop not only practical skills in the students, but also help in the formation of creative personalities ready to work in an innovative artistic environment.