ART 485 - Art Methods for Middle/Secondary Schools

3 hours
Pre-service teachers will continue to develop and implement Middle/Secondary art curriculum including sequential unit and lesson planning and assessment practices. Practical strategies will be applied to an art specific high school classroom management plan and teaching philosophy. Differentiation and modifications for exceptionality and diversity specific to the art room environment will be incorporated. Emphases such as including reading strategies, contemporary artists, and technology will be encouraged. Teacher candidates will conduct a mini-Teacher Work Sample and begin a portfolio in preparation for the student teaching experience. Field experience of 45 hours with a Middle or High School visual arts instructor is required. alternate years Prerequisite(s): admission to Teacher Education, EDUC 388 and ART 250. UG