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Matic Leskovec, Eda Birsa in Barbara Kopačin

ing various artistic and non-artistic domains, connections between theoretical
knowledge and students’ practical experiences are strengthened. Such an ap-
proach enhances individual motivation and engagement, develops the ability
to solve complex problems, and promotes lifelong learning. The aim of this
study was to analyse the opinions and attitudes of students-future primary
school teachers-regarding the implementation of interdisciplinary integration
of the arts as a strategy for acquiring sustainable knowledge. The purpose of
theresearchwastocontributetotheimprovementofpedagogicalapproaches
that, beginning in the primary school setting, support the development of cre-
ativity, critical thinking, and the holistic and sustainable acquisition of knowl-
edge. A quantitative research approach was employed, based on a question-
naire containing open-ended, closed-ended, and semi-structured questions.
The study was conducted in the spring of 2025 and included 152 students en-
rolled in the Primary Education study programme at one of the faculties of ed-
ucation in Slovenia. The results of the study indicate that students perceive
the interdisciplinary integration of the arts with other subject areas as an ef-
fective strategy for promoting holistic and sustainable learning among pupils.
They also acknowledge the positive impact of artistic expression on creative
thinking and deeper understanding of educational content. It was found that
senior students acquired some relevant knowledge during their formal educa-
tion that will assist them in implementing effective interdisciplinary strategies
to foster sustainable learning. On the other hand, junior students expressed
awarenessof the challengesthey face, primarily due to a lack of didactic guide-
lines, time constraints, and the need for additional professional development.
The findings of this study contribute to the ongoing reflection on pedagogical
strategies that can enhance the acquisition of sustainable knowledge within
the educational system.
Keywords: interdisciplinary integration, holistic knowledge, sustainable knowl-
edge, artistic activities, teaching strategies

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