ART 383 & 383 L, Art in Early Childhood and Lab: Dr Edie Pistolesi, Instructor-2015-16 SYLLABUS edie.pistolesi@csun.edu
office hrs: TTh 1:30-2 pm, & by appt. AC 211
Course Catalog Description
Prerequesite: Junior Standing. Corequesite: Art 383L. Analysis and discussion of the significance of art in the development of young children ages 3 through 8 combined with studio experiences in two and 3dimensional materials. Two hours discussion, two hours studio.
Course Objectives
We will study theory and philosophy of art education with emphasis on child development in visual arts.
We will develop perceptual and conceptual knowledge of formal and expressive components of art.
We will demonstrate and practice art production with a variety of art forms and media and continue to develop formal and expressive skill and concept proficiency.
We will integrate The Visual and Performing Arts Content Standards for California Public Schools into the general elementary school curriculum, and make connections with visual art to music, theatre, and dance.
The Art Department Program Goals addressed in this course are:
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Basic Skills
Developing a foundation of art knowledge, theories, skills, craftsmanship and technologies, where ideas and concepts are communicated in writing, speaking and art making.
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Art Knowledge
Broadening knowledge of ancient through contemporary art and to develop an understanding of art within theoretical, cultural, and historical contexts.
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Critical Thinking
Analyzing, interpreting, and questioning traditional methodologies and pre-conceived notions of art and art making through the process of generating and solving problems.
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Interdisciplinary Connections
Exploring and engaging in interdisciplinary forms of art making.
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Global Perspectives
Promoting an appreciation and tolerance of diverse perspectives dealing with art, culture, teaching and learning.
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Collaboration
Encouraging both individual and collaborative art experiences among students, faculty, and community.
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Professional Preparation
Developing career paths for various art professions and an understanding of the demands and expectations of those areas.
Student Learning Outcomes: Student learning outcomes are based upon the Content Domains for
Subject Matter Understanding and skill in art.
Aesthetic PerceptionStudents will acquire conceptual knowledge of art and accurately define and use the formal vocabulary of the visual arts to analyze works of art and aspects of visual culture.
Creative Expression: Students will acquire knowledge of the process of creating works of art and use visual, cognitive, technical, and expressive skills and concepts of art to express ideas.
Historical & Cultural Context: Students will acquire and demonstrate conceptual knowledge of art in cultural context, including knowledge of world arts, the history and diversity of art in societies past and present, and cross cultural themes in art.
Aesthetic Valuing: Students will acquire conceptual knowledge of a wide diversity of forms, purposes, media, and functions of art as they respond to, analyze, interpret, and critique the artwork of others and themselves.
Connections, Relationships, and Applications- Students will acquire a broad and deep knowledge of art and possess a high degree of visual literacy as they understand connections and relationships between visual art and the other arts, as well as other disciplines, and a world filled with visual messages.
Student will become familiar with broad range of career opportunities available in the field of visual art and the roles and functions of art in a variety of professions and industries.

History and Theories of Learning in Art- Students will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the history and theories of art and art education and the role of arts in human development, with special focus on in depth knowledge of proficiency levels and developmental theories in art.
Course Assignments-
Approximately 2-3 gallery/museum visits including written assignments.
Individual and group art/art education projects culminating in a Showcase Portfolio.
Details will be discussed in class.
Course Expectations- Students are expected to participate fully in class discussions and activities.
to fulfill class requirements on time. (Late assignments may be graded down.) to arrive on time and stay to the end of class, unless given instructor permission.
to develop personal mastery of artistic skills, concepts and ideas, as well as design art curriculum for young children. to exhibit craftsmanship aka “neatness” when working with tools and materials.
to clean up after themselves.
to collaborate responsibly with others.
to supply and supplement any additional art materials and tools not provided by the instructor.
to create an art education “Showcase Portfolio.”
Course Evaluations-
Student learning outcomes will be assessed and evaluated based upon scoring rubrics, portfolio evaluations, written reflections, class exercises, assignments, active class contribution and discussion, professional attitude, and regular and punctual attendance.
This course is primarily visual. However, written assignments are also an integral part of the course. Standards for written work will be the same as in university level composition and literature courses. Essays must be typed, contain complete sentences, good grammar, foot/endnotes when appropriate, and correct spelling. Written papers will be evaluated via the Research Rubric Guidelines .
383/L is divided into 2 units (383) and 1 unit (383L)
The 2 unit 383 grade is based upon class assignments/projects.
The 1 unit 383/L grade is based on written work, participation, and organization of the final portfolio.
Details will be discussed in class.
Numeric grades of 1-5.
1=F
2=D
3=C
4=B
5=A
A specific rubric will be presented for each project and discussed in class.
Mid-semester evaluations will be discussed with each student individually, through scheduled meetings.
Professional Attitude, a.k.a. Effort, Involvement, Accountability-
Participation in class will be graded. Positive contributions include sincere questions and comments.
Disruptive behavior which interferes with instruction will contribute negatively to your grade. Developing a professional attitude is important, since this is a course for preparing future teachers in the classroom.
Professional attitude includes being engaged in the class, and able to work with others in a positive and constructive manner. Each student is accountable for his/her attendance, tardiness, and handing in assignments on time.
Attendance and Tardiness-
Students should be aware that habitual unexcused absences and tardiness will result in lowering of grades.
Two or more unexcused absences will lower your grade by a full letter. Any tardy arrival to class that occurs after I have made a presentation of a project will be considered an absence. Early departure from class without permission will be considered an unexcused tardy. Four unexcused tardys

will lower your grade by a full letter. Arrival to class unprepared with materials required for a specific class project will result in an absence. Missing class due to meetings with academic advisors are not considered to be excused absences.
Cell phones off. No text messaging in class. No headphones/ear buds in ears. No electronic devices of any kind except when using online research by permission of instructor. No food; no eating in class.
ALSO: A possible seating arrangement MAY be used, based on the concept of “New Faces, New
Places.” Every time class meets, each student will sit in a different place with new people, (TBA).
Assignments are subject to change at the discretion of the instructor, and/or as a result of class negotiations with her. If changes occur, they will be announced in time to allow for adequate preparation
(or relief). “+” and “–” grades will be given. Most projects may be done over to improve a grade. Details will be explained in class.
Required Text: UNDERSTANDING ART by Fichner-Rathus, (10 th ed.) or See below:
We will NOT use the required textbook for the first two weeks, so you will have ample time to find the book via three methods:
1. UNDERSTANDING ART E-BOOK, FICHNER-RATHUS (10 th ed.) for digital text rental:
CSUN Bookstore-you pay them for an access code, they will give you a card with the access code on it.
2. E-book Rental of UNDERSTANDING ART 10 th ed. direct from publisher: TBA link will be provided first day of class
3. Purchase of hard copies of Understanding Art can be of older editions, from 6 th to 10 th ed.
Try to get a good bargain at your preferred textbook site. Some possible sites are listed below. http://www.amazon.com
http://www.abebooks.com
http://www.alibris.com
http://www.cheapesttextbooks.com
Visual & Performing Arts Framework and California Visual & Performing Arts Standards, to be found at- www.cde.ca.gov/re/pn/fd/vpaframework.asp
Basic Mandatory Art Materials:
SCISSORS
PENCILS/PENS
ERASERS
RULER
IN ADDITION:
NOTE: Syllabus is subject to change