This course prepares future educators to create and implement curricula for diverse children, pre-adolescents, and adolescents based on understanding the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical characteristics of diverse children and how those characteristics guide teaching and impact learning. Pre-service teachers in the Methods course develop their philosophies and approaches by applying knowledge of contemporary and historical practices from readings, pre-practicum experiences, and discussions of theories and trends in teaching art. Course participants examine the state and national visual art standards and explore frameworks for integrating arts education with other content areas. Various media and concepts are introduced and explored, and the participants engage in arts-based research, using their insights to design learning experiences that enhance critical and creative development.

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