This research investigates how arts based research methods contribute to the development of a positive disability identity for a person
living with invisible disabilities through the act of un/covering. Through the theoretical framework of critical disability studies, the
intersection of identity, embodiment and agency are explored via narrative and visual methods of inquiry including reflexive journaling,
drawing, watercolor and sculpture. The heuristic process of arts based reflexivity is then used as a means to create a comprehensive portrait of
the disability experience. This study concludes with research implications that address teacher preparedness and the need for critical awareness
in relation to complex concepts of critical disability studies such as performativity, vulnerability, the transitioning nature of
identity. / A Dissertation submitted to the Department of Art Education in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the
degree of Doctor of Philosophy. / Fall Semester 2018. / November 15, 2018. / Art Education, Arts Based Research, Disability Studies, Identity Development, Invisible Disabilities,
Un/covering / Includes bibliographical references. / Rachel Fendler, Professor Directing Dissertation; Jim Dawkins, University Representative; Sara Scott
Shields, Committee Member; Jeff Broome, Committee Member; Skip Horack, Committee Member.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:fsu.edu/oai:fsu.digital.flvc.org:fsu_661119 |
| Contributors | Allen, Alexandra (author), Fendler, Rachel Loveitt (professor directing dissertation), Dawkins, Jim (university representative), Shields, Sara Scott (committee member), Broome, Jeffrey L. (committee member), Horack, Skip (committee member), Florida State University (degree granting institution), College of Fine Arts (degree granting college), Department of Art Education (degree granting departmentdgg) |
| Publisher | Florida State University |
| Source Sets | Florida State University |
| Language | English, English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Text, text, doctoral thesis |
| Format | 1 online resource (240 pages), computer, application/pdf |
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