HomeJournal of Interdisciplinary Perspectivesvol. 2 no. 7 (2024)

The Influence of Aesthetic Education on Emotional Intelligence of College Students in China

Sun Yao | Jaruvic Rafols

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

The study investigated the link between aesthetic education and emotional intelligence among Sichuan University, China college students. Using the Bar-On Emotional Quotient Inventory, the research found that students who received aesthetic education had higher emotional intelligence scores in various domains. The findings highlight the importance of incorporating aesthetic education into the curriculum to enhance emotional intelligence among students, contributing to their holistic development and providing insights for educators and administrators.



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