ART 374 Devel in Art & Literacy

In this course, students will acquire a basic understanding of theories and trends in art education, and how developmental considerations have changed over time. Students will research and create presentations on the history of art education, its competing philosophies and ties to general education trends, as well as some contemporary theoretical trends, including the NYS and/or new National Core Arts Standards. Developmental stages of learning in visual and textual literacy, and their intertwined relationship also introduced. Students will create various presentations with Word, Prezi, and PowerPoint; then develop and teach a combined art/literacy project with Pk-2 children. Recommended prior courses include ART 275 and a three-credit course in developmental psychology. Materials fee. Fall

Credits

4