An examination of methods, materials, and current research as it relates to teaching art at elementary and secondary levels. Designed to assist elementary classroom teachers in presenting worthwhile instruction in visual and related arts.
Emphasis is on theory, perception, and creative activities.
Various theories as a framework for considering the science and art of teaching with emphasis on classroom-based research. Accompanied by a practicum in which students observe teacher behavior in schools and tutor students. Students assume responsibility for direction of classes and lesson planning in both elementary and secondary schools. The practical experience is enriched through seminar discussions focusing on the enterprise of teaching. 0351. In this course students will work with an artist in a particular Philadelphia community to develop and implement a community-based arts project in media including visual arts and performance.