SMON FRASER UNIVERSITY 0

Intersession 2000

EDUC 477 - 4 ?

Maureen Faulkner

Designs for Learning: Art

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Office: NEWCALTEC

Phone: (250) 562-6418

Tuesdays 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm ?

D03.00 ?

E-mail: faulkner@mag.net.con

Wednesdays 8:00 am - 12 noon

PREREQUISITE

Educ 401/402

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will introduce students to the foundations of art education which includes a study of

the elements of art and design. Students will explore creative processes and the application of art

with respect to the age of their students and the subject(s) being taught.

OBJECTIVES

1.

Students will understand the theory and practice of six studio processes based on hands on

experience.

2.

Students will complete sketchbook assignments designed to explore the elements of art.

3.

Student will be introduced to the purpose of art and art education.

4. Students will demonstrate an understanding of curriculum planning by developing an

individual curriculum proposal.

5.

Students will participate in historical and analytical applications of study within an art

curriculum.

CONTENT

Goals of art education curriculum, hands on learning of art processes, examining/ evaluating

historical and contemporary art; and developing activities for individual teaching situations.

ASSIGNMENTS

1. Art projects (studio work) - 25%

2.

Sketchbook - 30%

3.

Special project - 25%

4. Participation - 20%

(Attendance, discussions, assisting in setup and cleanup)

READINGS

No

text,

articles will be provided for reading.

Photocopy fee,

TBA.

MATERIAL FEES & SUPPLIES

Material fee $20.00 (assessed with tuition fees). In addition, individuals will spend approximately

$60.00 for supplies. Supply list available in the first class.