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      1. DESIGNS FOR LEARNING: ART
      2. Prerequisite:
      3. Objectives:
      4. Outline of Topics:
      5. On Library Reserve:
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EDUCATION 477-4
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DESIGNS FOR LEARNING: ART
Spring, 1989
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Instructor: Hedy Pothorn
Mondays
4:30 - 8:30 p.m.
MPX 7500
Prerequisite:
401-402 or equivalent
Objectives:
The course is designed as an introduction to the teaching of art in schools; no prior
experience with art is required.
The student will become familiar with the B. C. Elementary and/or Secondary Art Curricula
and will be able to develop art units based on art curriculum requirements.
• Major trends in art education today will be examined through assigned readings and class
discussion.
• Special emphasis will be placed on the development of imagery through hands-on
experiences with art media and techniques.
Outline of Topics:
The course will focus on the B. C. Art Curriculum as; philosophy and goals of art education
today; development of curriculum models with particular attention to responding to art: an
overview of art media and techniques; developing resources for teaching art/building a
personal portfolio.
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Course Requirements:
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A research paper based on readings (4-6 pages)
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20%
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Brief critique of a work of art following gallery trip (2-4 pages)
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20%
• A theme-based art unit for specific grade level
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30%
• Art portfolio of completed studio projects
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30%
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Required Texts:
Riddell, Bruce. (1982). Art in the Making. Evans Brother Ltd.
B. C. Elementary Fine Arts Curriculum Guide/Resource Book. (1985). [for Elementary
teachers/students]
B. C. Secondary Art Curriculum Guide Theme Resources. (1982). [for Secondary
teachers/students]
On Library Reserve:
Chapman, Laura H. Approaches to Art Education
Eisner, Elliot. Educating Artistic Vision
Feldman, Edmund Burke. Becoming Human Through Art.
Smith, R. A. Aesthetics and Problems in Education

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