EDC484E

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This course covers theoretical and practical basis for methods of teaching Fine Arts and Graphic design. This course involves hands- on applications of curriculum activities in art education with a special emphasis the variety of methods for art activities that teach the elements and principles of art within the art classroom. The importance and role of the visual arts in the school curriculum will be stressed through lectures, visuals and discussion and projects. Students will create and design a thematic curriculum unit in visual arts (drawing, painting, printmaking, 3-D work and the physical world, craftwork, new media and technology) that will be presented to the class and outlined in terms of time, scope, grade levels and activity applications. Students will also create a portfolio of activities and lesson plans particular to the thematic unit. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to design student-centered lessons that emphasize 21st century skills of c

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