
2000-2001 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
ARED 315 Survey of Art Education
3c-0l-3sh
A seminar to introduce the art education major to the principles and practices of teaching visual arts K through 12. Field experiences, pre-student teaching activities, introduction to literature, and history and philosophies of art education emphasized. (Prerequisite to student teaching) Fall only.
ARED 317 Art Education Methodology at the Elementary Level
1c-3l-3sh
Examines children’s artistic development, art programs, planning, motivation, and evaluation. Weekly teaching experience is an integral part of the course. (Prerequisite to student teaching) Fall only.
ARED 318 Art Education Methodology at the Secondary Level
1c-3l-3sh
The relationship of art education to the total secondary curriculum is studied to determine goals of junior-senior high school art. The adolescent creative products are analyzed to help the prospective art teacher to identify with problems of students. (Prerequisite to student teaching) Spring only.
ARED 481 Special Topics
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Special topics courses are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
ARED 482 Independent Study
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and provost's office
Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.