A study of the methods and materials from the visual arts essential in facilitating artistic development in all children. Visual elements of design, the opportunity to work in art, development of perceptual ability and awareness to recognize basic relationships in all art forms, including the aesthetic lines and forms found in nature. Emphasis will also be placed on the role of art and environment in special education and major cultural groups. Field work required.
Art is a sophisticated form of human expression.
It is higher level thinking represented through various media. The climate of a society is reflected in its art. For a child, art becomes a language of thought and a means of self-discovery. It is a window to our understanding of that child. Develop in the prospective teacher the ability to nurture creativity in children through a positive art experience.