This course is designed to prepare students to plan, implement and evaluate instructional programs in visual art education in grades P-12. Students will examine current trends and issues in art education theory, including the areas of studio, art history, art criticism, aesthetics and perceptual awareness. ART XXXX, ART XXXX, Art Methods P-5, ART XXXX, completion of Studio and Art History coursework, and Admission to Teacher Education program. This course is a study of the linear curriculum design model for use in designing curriculum for P-12 programs. The course will focus on trends in curriculum, selection of appropriate learning objectives related to specific knowledge and skills, selection of interactive learning activities and appropriate assessment of student progress.
Consideration is given to research-based effective teaching behavior.
This course is a study of characteristics of a positive learning environment with emphasis on the development of student-centered interactive learning experiences. A variety of teaching methods which address the needs of students with differing learning styles will be addressed along with an analyzation of classroom management models resulting in the development of a personal classroom management plan. ESED 6131 and Admission to Teacher Education. Emphasis is placed on instructional planning, methodology, classroom management, and student evaluation. Attention will be given to a range of specific problems as they relate to the P-12 teaching fields.