Promising Partnerships in Art Education and Special Education: An Interview with Beverly Gerber

Author

Jennifer Elaine Smith, Purdue UniversityFollow
Yilin Shen, Purdue UniversityFollow

Abstract

Dr. Beverly Gerber is a strong advocate for developing “promising partnerships” between art educators and special educators. She has spent her career working to advocate for increased inclusive opportunities for students with disabilities. From this advocacy, she has written books that have sat atop the National Art Education Association’s best seller’s list. In addition, Dr. Gerber is a co-founding member of the Division of Visual and Performing Arts Education (DARTS) in the council for Exceptional Children. DARTS will celebrate it’s 10^th anniversary in 2025. Dr. Gerber’s work has had a notable impact on the intersection of art and special education. In this interview, she shares her experiences along with suggestions for educators and teacher preparation programs.

DOI

10.5703/1288284317886

Keywords

educational partnerships, art education, professional organizations, students with disabilities, arts advocacy

Date of this Version

6-5-2025

Recommended Citation

Smith, Jennifer Elaine and Shen, Yilin (2025) "Promising Partnerships in Art Education and Special Education: An Interview with Beverly Gerber," Journal of the Arts and Special Education: Vol. 5 : Iss. 1, Article 6.
DOI: 10.5703/1288284317886
Available at: https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/jase/vol5/iss1/6