Arts-Based Educational Research

Arts-Based Educational Research (ABER) is a method that uses creative arts — like visual arts, theater, music, and storytelling — to explore and understand educational questions and experiences. Instead of relying solely on traditional data like surveys or tests, ABER allows researchers and participants to express ideas, emotions, and perspectives through artistic practices. This approach can reveal deeper insights, foster reflection, and engage audiences more emotionally. It values the creative process as a valid way to investigate educational issues, making research more inclusive, imaginative, and meaningful.