Crits

<p><i>CRITS: A Student Manual</i> is a practical guide to help art and design students obtain maximum benefits from the most common method of teaching these subjects in college: the studio critique. <i>CRITS</i> positions studio critiques as positive productive and inspirational means to foster development - not occasions to be feared. It explains the requisite skills knowledge and attitudes for meaningful and motivational participation in critiques. <i>CRITS</i> teaches students the <i>how</i>s and <i>why</i>s of critiques so that they can gain enriching benefits from their instructors and peers during and after critiques. <p/>Renowned author Terry Barrett informs guides and reassures students on the potential value of studio critiques. Filled with real-life examples of what works well and what doesn't Barrett provides readers with the tools to see crits as opportunities to participate observe reflect and develop - improving art and design engagement at all levels.</p>