Journal of Higher Education Research

This study focuses on the art and cultural heritage of the Tibetan and Qiang ethnic groups in Northwestern Sichuan, exploring pathways and practical strategies for their integration into school aesthetic education. By analyzing the core characteristics and aesthetic value of Tibetan and Qiang ethnic art culture, and examining the current state of school aesthetic education and the issues in existing integration practices, the study proposes strategies such as constructing a multi-level curriculum system, innovating teaching methods, and improving support mechanisms. The research finds that Tibetan and Qiang ethnic art culture possesses unique aesthetic value and educational functions, which can effectively enhance students' aesthetic perception, cultural identity, and innovative practice abilities. However, challenges such as insufficient depth in teaching content, lack of professional expertise among educators, and monotonous teaching methods remain. Systematic curriculum design, teacher training, environmental creation, and evaluation system construction can achieve a deep integration of ethnic art culture with school aesthetic education, providing effective pathways to inherit excellent ethnic culture and improve the quality of aesthetic education.