Engaging Minds, Inspiring Spaces: The Role of Outdoor Sculptures in Education

Abstract

Outdoor sculptures have the potential to transform campus environments into vibrant spaces that foster creativity, critical thinking, and engagement. This paper explores the role of outdoor sculptures as innovative tools in education, focusing on their capacity to enhance teaching and learning experiences. By integrating art into the physical landscape, these installations serve as catalysts for interdisciplinary learning, encouraging students to interact with diverse concepts through aesthetic and tactile means. The study examines the design, placement, and thematic relevance of outdoor sculptures in promoting intellectual curiosity and emotional connection within the campus setting. Through case studies and qualitative analyses, it highlights the ways in which these sculptures stimulate dialogue, cultural appreciation, and collaborative problem-solving among students and faculty. The findings underscore the value of outdoor art in creating inspiring spaces that not only beautify the campus but also enrich the educational journey by engaging minds and fostering a deeper connection to knowledge.

Presenters

Ramlan @ Razlan Abdulllah
Associate Professor, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia

David Forrest
Professor, Music Education, RMIT University

Rafeah Legino
Associate Professor, Faculty of Art and Design, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Architectonic, Spatial, and Environmental Design

KEYWORDS

Artistic Engagement Creative Pedagogy Educational Spaces Interdisciplinary Learning Knowledge Enrichment