ART 245 : Art for the Child
This course is intended primarily for those planning to work with children. Emphasis is on the nature of artistic expression and how to provide an atmosphere that encourages growth, creativity and imagination. Practical studio experiences using art materials to make crayon resists, collages, puppets, paper mache, printmaking techniques and other projects will be taught. Students will examine the developmental patterns of children at various age levels through short readings and films. Three class hours per week. Instructional Support Fee applies.
Course Outcomes
Through their project work, students will demonstrate their ability to:
1. Identify and describe the developmental stages of children's artistic expression from early childhood through adolescence
2. Explain how environmental, emotional, and cultural factors influence children's artistic development at various age levels.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of art-making techniques appropriate for use in a child-centered classroom, which may include crayon resist, collage, papier-mâché, printmaking, and puppet construction.
4. Analyze children's artwork samples to distinguish developmental stage indicators and differentiate between product-oriented and process-oriented approaches to art education.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of a given classroom environment or instructional approach in supporting children's creativity, imagination, and artistic growth, providing evidence-based justification.
6. Design developmentally appropriate art lesson plans for a specified age group that fosters creativity and self-expression, incorporating suitable materials, clear objectives, and an inquiry-based atmosphere.