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Respondent: 9315

Start time: 2024-11-17 13:57:51 -0800

Completion time: 2024-11-17 14:03:37 -0800

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Name:

Language: English (United States)‎

Role: Parent

Nationality: Indian

Grade level: Secondary (Grades 6-9);

Curriculum: Indian (CBSE/ICSE)

Arts value: Agree

Schools support arts: Agree

Opportunities for arts: Neutral

Arts skills useful: Agree

Arts mandatory: Yes, it is mandatory for some students (e.g., specific grades)

Mandatory grade groups: Secondary (Grades 6-9);

Should be mandatory: Yes, for all grade levels

Should be mandatory grades:

Other areas benefit: Extracurricular activities;School events and exhibitions;Student projects;Community partnerships and collaboration;

Topics in curriculum: Painting, drawing and sculpture;Digital arts;Photography;

Benefits: Improve creativity and self-expression;Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills;Enhance collaboration and teamwork;Provide technical skills relevant to future careers;Improve local and global cultural awareness and appreciation;

Open ended idea: One transformative idea to improve arts and design education in K-12 private schools in Dubai is to create a collaborative “Art & Design Innovation Hub” within schools. • Engages Students with Future-Ready Skills: Integrating technology and real-world applications makes art and design relevant to modern careers. • Promotes Creativity and Innovation: Encourages out-of-the-box thinking and problem-solving through art. • Celebrates Cultural Identity: Embedding Emirati heritage ensures students stay connected to their roots while exploring global design trends. • Builds Community Connections: Partnerships and exhibitions create a bridge between schools, families, and the larger community in Dubai. Such an initiative aligns with Dubai’s vision for innovation, sustainability, and cultural preservation, making arts and design education a dynamic and future-proof element of K-12 learning.