Art Quote by Neil Postman
““And that is why I would propose that, in our teaching of the humanities, we should emphasize the enduring creations of the past. The schools should stay as far from contemporary works as possible. Because of the nature of the communications industry, our students have continuous access to the popular arts of their own times - its music, rhetoric, design, literature, architecture. Their knowledge of the form and content of these arts is by no means satisfactory. But their ignorance of the form and content of the art of the past is cavernous.””
About This Quote
The quote argues for emphasizing historical humanities over contemporary popular arts, fearing students lack depth in past art forms due to media saturation.
In simple terms: Prioritize historic humanities over current pop culture.
Key Takeaway
Teach past art forms deeply.
Themes
education
culture
media literacy
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
educational
critical
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- literature courses
- art history classes
Key Concepts
historical perspective
curriculum design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can past and present arts be integrated?
- What benefits arise from balanced curricula?
A Different Perspective
Modern relevance can enrich understanding of the past.
