Abstract

This study explores the role of technological tools in the art classroom and how they may be integrated into the art curriculum. In order to study both the role of the educator in the integration of technology with traditional media, and the response students have to technology-based art, two computer art projects were developed and implemented with groups of grade six students. The teacher's role is examined by investigating obstacles for the use of technology in the art curriculum and the ways in which the computer's tools can be used by the art educator to promote creative activity. Student class behaviours are studied to assess responses to technology-based art making. Conclusions are based on observations of the participants' actions, an interview with an art educator and the results of the projects.