ARTE 3605 - Creating an Inclusive Art Classroom: Curriculum and Instruction

Credits: 3

Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ARTE 3601 or permission of department

Description: Students in this lecture/field experience course address the necessary steps needed to create and implement effective curriculum in an inclusive or mainstreamed art classroom. Students learn about various exceptionalities of pre k-12 students, ranging from mild to severe. The challenge to meet the individualized needs of a diverse student population through effective instruction is explored in the classroom and in the field. During the semester students complete 8 hours of field observations working directly with students, putting into practice the theories discussed in-class. Pre-service art education students develop effective techniques for fostering student engagement, individualization strategies, problem solving, and classroom management techniques while working in an inclusive learning environment.