Contra Costa College
Course Outline
ECHD 123
Creative Activities
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Units
18
54
3
COURSE/CATALOG DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of ways for enhancing the growth and development of artistic
expression in young children. The content and emphasis is multicultural affording the participant an opportunity to see how
various cultures express their identity artistically. The creative process is examined with special emphasis on the
developmental processes of preschoolers. Methods of planning an early childhood art program are covered. The emphasis in
this course is practical. Participants are required to practice skills and use techniques in class. Not Repeatable
COURSE OBJECTIVE
At the completion of the course the student will be able to:
Apply the theories for planning and implementing an early childhood art program.
Demonstrate effective curriculum development and teaching techniques in early childhood education.
Utilize a variety of artistic media.
Discern how their cultural group expresses itself creatively.
Construct an artistic portfolio containing examples of age appropriate early childhood art activities.
Identify adult responsibilities for encourage children’s creative expression.
COURSE CONTENT: (In detail; attach additional information as needed and include percentage breakdown)
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Examination of the complete early childhood art program.
Understanding the developmental process of children’s creative expression.
Aesthetics and sensory stimulation.
Stretching a culturally respective early childhood art program.
Responding to and evaluating children’s art.
The role of the adults in children’s art.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Lecture, Written assignments
Audio visual materials, group presentations
Visitation to local art galleries
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Textbook Title:
Author:
Publisher:
Edition/Date:
Art and Creative Development for Young Children
Robert Schorrmache
MacMillian
5th edition
COURSE EXPECTATIONS (Use applicable expectations)
Outside of Class Weekly Assignments
Weekly Reading Assignments
Weekly Writing Assignments
Weekly Math Problems
Lab or Software Application Assignments
Other Performance Assignments
Hours per week
4
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1.5
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Group presentation
Art evaluation
Art portfolio
Completion of lesson plans
Midterm and final exam
Regular participation
GRADING POLICY (Choose LG, CR/NC, or SC)
Letter Grade
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
Credit / No Credit
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit
Prepared by:
Dr. Intisar Shareef
Date: Semester/Year
Fall 07
Revised 02/07
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Student Choice
90% - 100% = A
80% - 89% = B
70% - 79% = C
60% - 69% = D
Below 60% = F
70% and above = Credit
Below 70% = No Credit