VAS AED 330 Introduction to Visual Art Studies (previously VAS 330)
An introduction to the field of art education: philosophy, current trends, instructional methods, advocacy, and careers in schools, museums, and community settings. Preservice students observe in pre-school classrooms to take note of children’s artistic and social development. This course carries a Writing Flag.
VAS AED 341C Learners and Instructional Sites for Visual Art Studies (previously VAS 341C)
An introduction to alternative instructional sites where teaching and learning in the arts take place. Methodologies, practices, and institutional dynamics are examined as they relate to planning, organizing, and implementing programs for individuals and communities. Must apply to College of Education for Professional Development Sequence during enrollment in this course.
VAS AED 351C Art Materials, Techniques, and Processes (previously VAS 351C)
Exploration of basic materials, techniques, and processes of art production in elementary through high school classrooms and alternative settings in the community. Preservice students will learn how to guide pupils through meaningful art production in diverse learning environments.
VAS 361D AED 361C Criticism and Conversation about Art (previously VAS 361C)
Through dialogic and questioning strategies, preservice students will explore diverse artworlds (including contemporary Western and non-Western) and their guiding theories and aesthetic philosophies. In addition, students will conduct field observation of site-specific art for purposes of contextual understanding of artwork.
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