How Would Executive Functions Play a Role in Comprehending Art?

Authors

Burhanettin Keskin, The University of MississippiFollow

Abstract

This study is a theoretical attempt to explain the relationship between the components of executive functions and comprehending art. Specifically, the study examined the specific executive functions’ (i.e., inhibitory control, suppressing irrelevant information, and sustained attention) role in comprehending art. Cognitive skills that rely on paying attention to relevant cues rather than prevailing yet irrelevant features and sustained attention are used in the process of comprehending artwork. Suggestions are made for early childhood teachers regarding how art can be used to improve children’s executive functions.

Relational Format

Journal Article

Recommended Citation

Keskin, Burhanettin (2017) "How Would Executive Functions Play a Role in Comprehending Art?," Journal of Contemporary Research in Education: Vol. 5: Iss. 1, Article 14.
Available at: https://egrove.olemiss.edu/jcre/vol5/iss1/14