Art for Child Development

Catalog description

This course covers the importance and value of creative art activities for young children with a focus on the variety of art media, and evaluation and selection of materials and strategies for incorporating art into an inclusive classroom environment. Students will participate in a variety of creative art experiences for infants, toddlers, preschool, and primary age children, including children with special needs. Theories of artistic development and creative expression through self-discovery will also be integral components of this course. (CSU)