A-E 578 - ART IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

College of Fine Arts

Credit(s): 3

Focusing on the study of perceptual and aesthetic development of elementary age children, this course provides field and practicum experiences that utilize methods and materials appropriate to the teaching of art in the elementary school. Topics include: curriculum design, lesson planning, teaching skills, classroom safety and assessment. Lecture, demonstrations, micro-teaching, laboratory and studio experiences are integrated into the class design.

Prereq: Major in Art Education, admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP), or consent of instructor.