The current research included a study of popular folklore and its reflection on students' projects in the Department of Art Education. The research problem was summarized in the following questions: 1- Is popular folklore a role in student projects in the Department of Art Education? 2-What are the reflections of popular folklore in students' projects in the Department of Art Education?

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