Culture, Identity, and the Arts · Term 2: Cultural Literacy

The Purpose of the Arts

Evaluating the tension between art as a tool for social change and art for its own sake.

Key Questions

  1. 1Is the value of art intrinsic or dependent on its social utility?
  2. 2How can artistic expression challenge dominant cultural narratives?
  3. 3In what ways does state sponsorship of the arts influence creative output?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Arts and Humanities - JC2
Level: JC 2
Subject: English Language
Unit: Culture, Identity, and the Arts
Period: Term 2: Cultural Literacy

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