Students will explore the purpose of visual arts in school settings and will encounter various media and materials through hands-on art experiences. Discussion of social, cultural, and historical influences on creative works will be encountered. Course content highlights the integration of visual art in teaching elementary subjects and emphasizes the role of art-making and imaginative experiences in child development. Lab fee required. Basic studio equipment will be provided though students will need to supply some personal equipment and supplies.

Prerequisites: ART ED 3328 and completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ED PSY 3312, SPEC ED 3318, or TCH ED 4391. A study of the scope and sequence of art education in the school curriculum, with emphasis on the preparation, selection, organization and application of materials and methods of instruction and assessment. Attention is also given to learning the research tools of the scholar in the field of art education. Not available for graduate credit.