EDU M08 - Children's Art within a Multicultural Perspective

    Recent Professors
    Shannon Coulter
    Recent Semesters
    Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    34–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Summer 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Presents theoretical foundations and practices for designing art curricula that reflect P-12 educational state standards and common core standards. Emphasizes the creation of hands-on artistic projects, the importance of art in the child's development, and the understanding of multicultural art traditions in subject matter, materials, and processes. Provides opportunities for students to gain basic art skills, understand the creative process, and investigate the critique process. Examines supportive environments and selecting materials and experiences appropriate to individual children. Examines historical contexts and indigenous aesthetics as they relate to the development of primary skills and appreciation for art and the creative process.
    Usually Held
    Thu 10:00am–11:50am