AE 327 - Art Education Methods and Materials

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This course introduces students to the history of the art education profession and to career opportunities for students in the visual arts. The art education student develops the ability to write discipline based art education curriculum appropriate for students K-12. Course emphasis is on visual art lesson planning, instructional methods and assessment strategies, classroom management techniques and health and safety standards for the art education classroom. Students also continue to develop their teaching philosophy and professional relationships and affiliations. Field Observation in public schools is a required component of the course.