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. 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, TCH ED 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.

Prerequisites: ART ED 5260 and ART ED 5228. An in-depth study of the scope and sequence of art education in the school curriculum, highlighting the preparation, selection, organization and application of materials and methods of instruction and assessment. Emphasis is placed on learning the research tools of the scholar in the field of art education and the role of the teacher as researcher on curriculum development.

Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission of instructor. Intensive study for advanced students and art teachers, emphasizing specialized techniques and innovative concepts. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for credit, up to a maximum of 12 credit hours.