THE FORMATION OF THE SPECIFICS OF STUDENTS’ FIGURATIVE THINKING AT THE LESSONS OF MATERIAL SCIENCE (CERAMICS)

Abstract

Lessons of Material Science (Ceramics) are considered as effective means of forming students’ figurative thinking. This article discusses the relationship of subjects of art cycle with the lessons of Material Science which provide students’ comprehensive approach to studying the artistic-technological features of ceramic materials, as well as their use as a means of creative work. The authors suggest some criteria for the development of figurative thinking at the lessons of Material Science. They reflect the main directions, according to which methodical aims are given. The aims are meant to implement the objectives of figurative thinking development as a component of students’ creative abilities. The authors consider the main problem to be the reinforcement of folk traditions in professional training of students.