ART 4421 Art Education Experiences, 7-12
Scholarly targeted studies regarding state and national standards in correlation to classroom practice and assessment of visual art. An emphasis on teaching studio, art history and aesthetic inquiry methods appropriate for early upper middle and high school grades. Evidence of multicultural approaches to pedagogy, history and student/teacher associations will be evident in student interviews, shadowing of children in diverse settings and reflective practices discussed in class. Short field experiences outside of class are required. Background check must be completed before the course begins. Field observations outside of class are required.