EED 310 - Elementary Fine Arts Methods

2 Credits
SPRING

This course introduces the intrinsic and instrumental value of the arts in the elementary classroom. The purpose is to instruct education majors in the development of knowledge, attitudes and skills which will form philosophical and creative basis for intelligent and confident use of the arts both as a subject matter to be taught and as tools to teach the core curriculum. Included in this course are the four areas of the fine arts: visual arts, music, drama, and creative movement. Fundamentals, instructional strategies, and integration techniques are addressed and explored. Field experience in approved site is required.

Offered alternate years (odd)

Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Department.