Arts Education in Ireland

From Pedagogy to Practice

Dervil Jordan, Jane O'Hanlon

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Intellect Books
31 July 2025

The Arts: General & Reference; Educational strategies & policy; Teaching of a specific subject; Study & learning skills: general; Educational: Art & design

Series: Artwork Scholarship: International Perspectives in Education

Brings together practice and policy to explore creative pedagogies shaping the future of learning in Ireland.

How can arts-based learning shape the future of education in Ireland? Arts Education in Ireland dissects this question using a rich collection of research and case studies spanning early childhood, primary, secondary, and higher education. Through an examination of the evolving role of the arts in the Irish curriculum, this volume showcases how visual arts and interdisciplinary collaborations between educational and cultural institutions are transforming teaching and learning.

With contributions from educators, researchers, and artists, this work focuses on key themes such as teacher identity formation, student engagement, and the impact of creative pedagogies in developing twenty-first-century skills. It also highlights innovative programs like the Writers in Schools scheme, offering insights into how the arts foster critical thinking and deeper learning experiences.

Accessible yet deeply researched, this book is an urgent reference for arts educators, students, and researchers worldwide. Whether you are new to arts-based learning or seeking unique perspectives on interdisciplinary education, Arts Education in Ireland provides both theoretical and practical insights into the power of the arts in shaping meaningful learning experiences.

Edited by: Dervil Jordan, Jane O'Hanlon
Imprint: Intellect Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 29mm
ISBN: 9781835951286
ISBN 10: 1835951287
Series: Artwork Scholarship: International Perspectives in Education
Pages: 428
Publication Date: 31 July 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Dr Dervil Jordan is Emeritus Professor of Education at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and is a former Head of the School of Education. She has been involved in initial teacher education for over 30 years and her research interests are in teacher education, artist teacher identity and access to higher education. Dr Jane O’Hanlon is the Head of Education with Poetry Ireland, coordinating its education and outreach programmes. Her doctoral research was on the unique character of arts learning within the formal education system, she is Fulbright Scholar Awardee for 2024.