Learning Management in the Art Module of the “Science and Art of Living” Course in General Education, Loei Rajabhat University: Development of Potential and Aesthetic Experience

Abstract

This academic article aimed to examine the learning management of the art module of the “Science and Art of Living” course in General Education at Loei Rajabhat University, to develop learners' aesthetic experiences. Through document analysis and the implementation of practical teaching activities, the study found that this art module, a sub-unit of the course, was designed to develop learners' potential for artistic aesthetic appreciation. It comprised a six-hour lesson plan, divided into three-hour sessions, through an Active Learning approach that integrated lecture and practical methods. The instructional results indicated that implementing this learning plan enabled teachers to conduct activities systematically, leading learners to understand art and develop artistic skills that foster aesthetic sensibility, appreciation, self-understanding, and understanding of others. This was achieved through three core activities: 1) art-based knowledge exchange activities, 2) self-reflective drawing activities, and 3) activities for reflecting upon and communicating socio-cultural issues. Learner reflections revealed that the artistic activities contributed to the development of their mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being; whereas, the art practice facilitated skills in information searching, creative thinking, presentation, critique, and collaboration. Consequently, this process developed their human potential, enabling them to perceive self-worth, respect others, and cultivate an aesthetic sensibility in daily life.