ART 7701 Studies in Art Instruction

Seminars, special presentations and research projects for experienced art teachers seeking advanced professional development. Classroom techniques for studio, art history, and aesthetic inquiry will be emphasized. Directed field-based experience required. Teaching of laboratory classes required.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Develop a knowledge of child development in the visual arts including how to assess artistic growth and progress.
2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of curriculum structures for elementary art programs in the content areas of studio production, art history and art analysis.
3. Develop a knowledge of art teaching methods and classroom management strategies appropriate to the elementary level, specific for the discipline of art.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of how to assess and evaluate student growth and development in art.
5. Develop a knowledge of our diverse cultural heritage and how it can be infused into all aspects of the elementary art program, and a commitment to continual growth as an art educator.