Course Level Objectives and Artifacts
Department of Performing and Fine Arts
Program: Art Education
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
Artifacts / Evidence
ART 110 2D Design: An
introductory course in twodimensional design. It provides a
basic understanding of elements of
principles of design as they relate
to drawing, painting and graphics.
Recall and utilize the understanding of the basic working
components of a composition, i.e. line, form, color, texture, etc.
Examine, analyze, employ and develop basic two-dimensional
design skills in some areas such as drawing, painting, textile
design, block printing, paper pasting, relief works using clay and
other materials. Understand, identify and apply the elements of art
– color, texture, intensity, value, line, form, shape, space, etc.
satisfactorily in his/her projects.
Research the nature of subjective and objective two-dimensional
works, historically as well as the modern world. Articulate
intelligently about personal and universal art themes, art
vocabulary, important subject matter related to the design in
general.
1. The Student will demonstrate the understanding of
composition by using its principles in assignments given
by the instructor.
2. The Student will apply and synthesize knowledge of the
principles of design by taking written exams.
3. The Student will be able to analyze and demonstrate
proper techniques used through critiques of their work.
4. Understand and create work which demonstrates their
understanding of 2-D design.
Assignment 1: Principles of design:
Basic collage using the design principle
learned in lectures.
Assignment 2: Line/ op art
Assignment 3: Shape/complimentary
colors
Assignment 4: negative positive using
portraits.
Assignment 5: create design using
autobiographical subjects
Assignment 6: Crete variations of
subjects then fit together in a
composition, music. Hand out.
Assignment 7: Harmony using
photos/magazines. hand out
Assignment 8: open
Other assignments will be added as
needed
Course Descriptions
ART 121 Drawing: basic
principles of freehand drawing
emphasizing elements and
principles of art through self
expression utilizing a variety of
drawing media.
Course Objectives / Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
 Demonstrate the use of basic art principles and elements.
 Demonstrate fundamental rules of foreshortening and
perspective.
 Demonstrate basic posture and drawing material handling
techniques.
 Demonstrate the effective use of principles to manipulate
compositional space.
 Demonstrate varied applications of line quality, tonal
variation, textured and atmospheric qualities.
 Demonstrate a clear understanding of theories, mechanics and
image transfer.
 Become familiar with compositional subjects related to
gesture, landscape, still life and abstract subjects.
 Analyze and describe the compositional structure observed in
works of art as well as their drawings.
 Research through observation the work of other artists,
movements, materials, and media.
 Demonstrate through research and execution the emergence of
a personal style as gesture, conceptual or perceptual drawing.
Artifacts / Evidence
Analyze varied forms of drawing
Vocabulary, tools and methods.
Draw still life arrangements in the
classroom.
Draw architectural forms found in the
environment.
Draw reflective forms and surfaces from
still life in the classroom.
Draw varied textured surfaces and
materials in the still life.
Perform limited and extended drawing
studies.
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
ART 123 Digital Design: basic
The learner will be able to
introduction of computer-based
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the Macintosh user
skills in visual design. Limited
interface
graphic skills will be introduced to
2. Demonstrate an understanding of relevant industry
assist in self-marketing, advertising
standard software
techniques, layout, and computer
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the vocabulary of digital
generated images
art and computer graphics
4. Locate unknown information about landscaping in
common landscape references.
5. Synthesize information about art and technology through
the creation of artwork
ART 212 Introduction to Painting:
1. Demonstrate individual creativity, inventive
The study of theories, methods,
visualization and continuity in style and painting
and painting techniques for
techniques vs. eclectic in totality or replication.
landscapes, still-life and varied
2. Master the transfer and application of design
compositions with special
principles and drawing methods in the
emphasis on the elements and
experimentation and manipulation of the twoprinciples of art in painting.
dimensional visual plane.
Prerequisite: ART 121
3. Demonstrate knowledge of surface treatment, brush
techniques, color theory, as well as a direct and
indirect approach to painting.
4. Utilize and experiment with a variety of tools,
pigments, media, and application techniques
throughout the course.
5. Become familiar with compositional construction and
translation of still-life studies to the canvas.
6. Gain a fundamental knowledge of the painter’s tools,
mediums, canvas construction, and the maintenance
thereof.
7. Constructed, stretched, and primed a minimum of two
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Art projects produced according
to a rubric
2. Exams and Critiques
3. Sketchbooks
Complete a minimum of 5
assignments
Research Projects
Critique Sessions
canvases for completion in the class.
8. Actively engage and participate in an exhibition,
classroom/faculty critique, and field trip activities.
9. Successfully completed a minimum of five painted
projects for evaluation in this course. Furthermore,
three completed paintings must be framed and
submitted ready to hang.
10. Maintain a written journal/sketchbook of entries,
sketches and ideas related to all video, slides, web
sites, lists, or other resources presented during this
class.
11. Assembled the minimum tools, materials, pigment,
brushes, mediums, color wheel, etc. necessary to
effectively practice the painting craft.
Course Descriptions
ART 223 Figure Drawing:
investigation of the figure as a
means of exploring drawing as
depiction, organizational device,
metaphor and object, using various
media
Course Objectives / Outcomes
This course is designed to give the student the opportunity
to conduct an in depth exploration of the human figure
using dry media. Experimentation of mixed media and
complex problems will be assigned throughout the course
enabling the student to reflect traditional methods in
innovative and experimental modes. Students will engage
as a group in the research, development and execution of
imagery drawn directly from the life model. Students are
expected to produce challenging works, exhibit, and
prepare a sophisticated portfolio at the end of the course.
Upon completion of the this course, the student shall:
1. Master traditional drawing techniques,
contemporary media, through construction,
observation and analysis.
2. Identify significant contributions by artists and the
developments of artistic movements from early
renaissance to modern day.
3. Identify the nature of subjective and objective
image making, historically as well as the modern
world.
4. Practice self-analysis and evaluation while
engaged in problem solving, research, exploration
and image making.
5. Articulate relevant and thought provoking themes
used in art, understanding art vocabulary, and it’s
subject matter as related to the drawing medium.
6. Master and apply skills necessary in matting
techniques, tool usage, and display methods.
7. Assess and experience direct participation in
exhibits outside the classroom and within the arts
Artifacts / Evidence
Study and observe the human skeleton
from a life-size replica.
Analyze and categorize musculature
systems of human anatomy through
observation and drawing.
Reproduce volumetric and
foreshortened forms of life model in
varied postures, light and shadows.
Execute gestural, toned and perceptual
drawings of the life model. Approx. 30.
Adapt a drawing practice of limited and
extended timed drawings.
community.
8. Practicing a regime of studio discipline related to
time on task, regular attendance, responsibility
and concentration for continuity as an emerging
artist.
9. Research the figure drawing expression as an art
history style and focus.
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
ART 230 Intro to Ceramics: study
and use of ceramic processes and
techniques: hand forming,
molding, introduction to wheel
throwing, glaze utilization, and
kiln operation
1. Recognize how the study of ceramics relates to other studio
disciplines.
2. Relate knowledge of the ceramic arts, techniques and process.
3. Research artists using computer technology and library
resources.
4. Interpret design principles in their
individual projects.
5. Envision and theorize designs and embellishment scenarios
throughout the course.
6. Examine construction methods and make improvements through
evaluation.
7. Practice commitment and ongoing development in the study of
art.
8. Demonstrate hand building techniques: slab, coil, pinch and
combination methods.
9. Create functional, nonfunctional, sculptural forms using various
ceramic methods.
10. Investigate the formulation and application of clay and glaze
compositions.
11. Learn to operate the potter’s wheel and techniques.
12. Express him/herself with the basic ceramic vocabulary (terms).
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Slab (BAS) Relief
2. Slab Container
3. Slab Container with Coil
Combination
4. Bowl, vase, or abstract form)
5. Coil Project or Clay Stripe
Bowl
6. Coil Cylindrical form)
7. Two Sculptural Forms
8. Wheel-thrown Comb/form
9. Container with Lid & Han
10. Funct/Nonfunctional Cntr.
Course Descriptions
ART 231 Intro to Sculpture: Intro
to basic three dimensional design
principles and the application of
those principles in a variety of
traditional sculpture techniques
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. Develops an understanding, appreciation
application of forms as they occupy space
Artifacts / Evidence
and Sculpture projects assessed
according to rubric
Design and Construct a Series of
2. Applies methods of manipulating stable forms in Sculptures
space: symmetrical and asymmetrical balance, 3-D Design exam
armatures (when necessary)
Create site-specific sculptures
Critique Sessions
3. Develops the formal language applied to sculpture
4. Applies sculptural formal language in critiques
5. Applies practical considerations encountered in threedimensional works: gravity, site, material
6. Understands and applies classical organization
principles - repetition, variety, rhythm, balance,
emphasis, economy, and
proportion - to create
unity
7. Participates in site specific exhibit(s)
8. Experiments with problem solving techniques
9. Understands different degrees of three- dimensionality:
relief, sculpture-in-the-round, walk-through
10. Experiments with and applies elements of sculpture:
mass, volume, line, texture, color, plane
11. Understands and practices planning stages: drawing,
maquette, scaling
12. Develops craftsmanship skills
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(2)
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(5)
Course Descriptions
ART 321 Ancient to Medieval:
study of the architecture, sculpture
and painting, background history,
traditions and cultural attributes of
art forms that emanated from
ancient to Medieval times
The student will apply 3-D Design principles in a
series of sculpture
Students will understand impact of environmental
on site-specific work by installing a sculpture
Student will pass a 3-D Design vocabulary
competency exam
Student will pass an exam on 3-D Design elements
of art and design principles
Student will practice using 3-D Design terms in
critiques
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. The learner will demonstrate knowledge of the
History of art from Ancient to Medieval times.
2. The learner will analyze art movements and their
impact on society through research.
3. The learner will demonstrate understanding of
periods through discussions.
4. The learner will demonstrate importance of
movements through presentations and papers.
Artifacts / Evidence
5 Tests
1 Presentation
In class assignments
1 Resarch Paper
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
ART 322 Renaissance to Modern
Art: course delves in depth in the
visual art work that emanated from
Renaissance to Modern times. In
depth study of the architecture,
sculpture and painting, background
history, traditions and cultural
attributes of art forms.
1. The learner will demonstrate knowledge of the
History of art from Renaissance to Modern times.
2. The learner will analyze art movements and their
impact on society through research.
3. The learner will demonstrate understanding of
periods through discussions.
4. The learner will demonstrate importance of
movements through presentations and papers.
ART 353 Introduction to
Printmaking: A course exploring
the art of the print by applying
fundamental techniques in
serigraphy, woodcut, intaglio with
an emphasis on expanding options
for creative expression.
Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART
121
1. Practices Intaglio Techniques (Collagraph, Monoprint,
Chine Collé, Etching, Drypoint, Aquatint, Ground Lift)
2. Practices Using Tools and Materials Needed for Intaglio
Techniques
3. Understands types of printmaking paper and their purpose
4. Understands and practices ink viscosity
5. Practices Relief Techniques
6. Identifies relief tools and practices usage
7. Understands the Curating of Prints and Presentation
ART 380 Methods and
1. Analyze instructional strategies considering the
Materials – Art Ed.: explore the
intended audience (K-12 students), purpose and
graphic abilities of the child, the
context
philosophy of sequential
2. Demonstrate evaluation by reflecting and
learning, and various production
recommending instructional changes to improve the
techniques and processes
likelihood of success
appropriate for K-12 schools
3. Demonstrate application of professional writing
standards through the use of the APA documentation
style, formatting both in-text citations and
bibliographic material as the style dictates
Artifacts / Evidence
1. 5 Tests
2. 1 Presentation
3. In class assignments
4. 1 Research paper
Printmaking projects assessed
according to rubric
Creates limited edition prints
Critiques sessions
Printmaking exam
Matt and Frames one print
Exams
Production of lesson plans in TLWD
(The Learner Will Demonstrate)
format
Written assignment analyzing issues
and topics in art education
Production of art projects that
demonstrate curriculum integration
Class discussion using critical
thinking strategy (Parallel Thinking)
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
ART 400 Art Thesis: investigate
strategies, materials and
techniques, theory of art, methods
of criticism, exhibition and
presentation in selected area of
specialization
ART 410 Art Criticism: evaluation
of art concepts, the philosophy of
aesthetics, and an analytical
approach to discussing art forms
Upon completion of this course students will be able to
successfully hang and manage a proper art show. This
includes the framing and matting of art work, proper hanging
techniques, and handling of sculpture. Students will also
have a deeper understanding of art and its issues.
Proper framing Techniques
Proper matting Techniques
Hanging Techniques
Class Discussions
Artists Statements
1.
Identifies Aesthetic Attitudes
1.1
Distinguish characteristics that influence perceptions
1.2
Reexamines personal and public views on evaluating
historic
and contemporary works of art
2.
Demonstrates Verbal Criticism Skill
2.1
Integrates careful observation techniques
2.2
Selects appropriate descriptive language
2.3
Practices critical studio interpretations
2.4
Applies analytic devices in group discussions
2.5
Displays critical thinking skills in group discussions
3.
Demonstrates Written Criticism Skills
3.1
Constructs publication format reviews using the MLA
format
3.2
Separates subject matter, subject and content
3.3
Explores interpretations as persuasive arguments
3.4
Analyzes systems of evaluation
3.5
Exercises systems of evaluation
4.
Completes Art Reviews
4.1
Writes in an interpretive style
4.2
Writes in a descriptive style
4.3
Presents support for a solo exhibit
Written Art Reviews
Exams
Verbal Presentations
Final Research Exam
4.4
Presents support for a group exhibit
5.
Compares Differences and Similarities in Historic and
Contemporary
Theories of Criticism
Artifacts / Evidence
5.1 Understands a variety of canons/theory
5.2
Discriminates between methods that provide an
understanding of
works of art
5.3
Develops strategies for understanding and communicating
personal
practices of art
5.4 Evaluates concepts and values within a historical context
5.5
Ability to raise questions about current art criticism
viewpoints
Course Descriptions
ART 442 Contemporary Art: study
of modern art to the present
through an analysis of works of art
in historical context
6.
Utilizes Technology in Writing
6.1
6.2
Use of scanner to insert images in text
Use of Internet for research
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. Understand the visual arts in relation to history and
culture
2. Reflect upon and assess the characteristics and merits of
individual
modern works of art
3. Knowledge of the relationships among styles in
contemporary art
4. Analyze a work of art for its qualitative attributes
5. Access information from Internet sources
6. Knowledge of formal and technical skills
Artifacts / Evidence
Exams
Research Paper (MLA Format)
Power Point Presentation
Group Discussion
Course Descriptions
SPED 320 Exceptional
Children: survey of abilities,
disabilities and individual
differences of exceptional
children, plans and educational
programs to facilitate learning
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of performance
characteristics of students with categories of
exceptionality across multiple service delivery
settings
2. Demonstrate knowledge of impact of characteristics
on student performance and the learning
environments
3. Demonstrate knowledge of historical movements and
trends influencing service delivery (roles of federal,
state, and local government)
4. Demonstrate knowledge of special education related
laws and litigation and their implications (IDEA, Sec.
504, ADA, NCLB, court cases)
5. Demonstrate application of knowledge about cultural
and socio-economic factors in planning instructional
strategies and activities that connect students to the
curriculum
6. Demonstrate ability to assess, implement and monitor
student use of technology (including assistive
technology) throughout the curriculum.
7. Demonstrate application of process and procedures
for providing special education services (IEP,
interpreting psychological reports, pre-referral
intervention)
8. Instruct students in the use of problem-solving
techniques relevant to their functioning level (e.g.
conflict resolution strategies, self-monitoring of
behavior)
Artifacts / Evidence
1. 10-hour field placement
during which student will
observe in a SPED (Special
Education) service delivery
setting.
2. Quizzes/Tests
3. Reflective paper (3 pages)
reviewing a video on a
person with a disability.
Student will identify
characteristics, social
interactions, family and
community influences,
educational outcomes, etc.
4. Design a technology project
pertaining to a category of
exceptionality (Autism,
Vision Impaired, etc.)
discussing student
characteristics and academic,
behavioral and social needs,
as well as educational
outcomes.
5. Case study used to develop a
quality written Individualized
Education Program (IEP)
6. Participation in class
discussions and group
Course Descriptions
9. Demonstrate knowledge of classroom organization,
including the physical and social environments,
dispositions, grouping strategies, and locating and
using resources.
Course Objectives / Outcomes
EDUC 211 Lab Experience in
Schools: experiences in area
elementary, middle, and
secondary schools, observing
student-teacher interactions and
developing understanding of
learning in the school setting
1. Demonstrate application of instructional technology
through the completion of Plato interactive computer
delivered instructional program.
2. Demonstrate comprehension of instructional practice.
3. Demonstrate application of effective time
management.
EDUC 310 Foundations of
Education: study origins,
evolution, and interrelatedness
of principles and practices of
disciplinary foundations of
education and their influence on
education
1. Understand the foundations of education in the
United States
2. Develop a sense of perception on education and the
schools
3. Understand the historical development of the
education system in the United States
4. Understand economic concepts pertaining to the
operation of the education system
5. Recognize different social forces influencing the
American system of education
6. Comprehend the strengths and weaknesses of schools
7. Demonstrate knowledge of the influences of
significant political, economic, and socio-cultural
forces on American education
8. Understand the role of federal, state, and local
government in support and control of American
learning activities (as
measured by a rubric)
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Class discussions,
cooperative learning groups
2. Field Observation experience
3. Written observation reports
4. Reflective Essay
5. Group presentation
6. Role playing activities
7. Computer Modules (PLATO
hours)
1. Tests
2. Observations and field
experiences
3. Group discussion
education
9. Classify examples of curricula design and
instructional practices according to the philosophical
assumptions upon which they are based.
Course Descriptions
EDUC 330 Psychology and
Measurement: explore
psychological principles and
their applications to teaching
and learning (stages in human
development, motivation,
learning, classroom
management strategies,
individual differences,
exceptional children, and the
measurement and evaluation of
student achievement and
teaching strategies)
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. Demonstrate comprehension of principles of problem
solving techniques and theories
2. Demonstrate comprehension of four major stages
(investigation, interpretation, presentation, and
application) of educational research.
3. Demonstrate comprehension of the manner in which
research variables must be identified and tested to
ascertain the relationships that exist.
4. Demonstrate ability to discern the differences among
memory, retention, recognition, and recall.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the importance of
utilizing goals and objectives throughout the teaching
process (long term vs. short term, how they will be
accomplished, how students will know when they
have achieved them, how new ones will be
established, what alternatives exist) to improve
instruction.
6. Demonstrate comprehension of assessment devices to
determine the various characteristics of students in
addition to achievement, ability, and interest.
Artifacts / Evidence
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Chapter exams
Teacher Field Experience
Research project
Group
discussion/Cooperative
presentation
Power Point presentation
Class attendance, oral
participation
Midterm exam
Final exam
Course Descriptions
Course Objectives / Outcomes
EDUC 340 Human
Development: study of humans
from conception to young
adulthood, emphasizing
appropriate age groups for
education majors in elementary
and middle grades education
and secondary education
EDUC 421 Principles of
Secondary Ed.: comprehensive
overview of secondary
education, philosophy
undergirding knowledge base of
the curriculum, and influence of
contemporary social forces
shaping the curriculum
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Understand the developmental process begins with
conception and continues through life and that
growth occurs in each stage.
2. Understand that individual lives show continuity and
change, both of which are central to understanding
human development.
3. Understand that development includes physical,
emotional, social, cognitive and moral areas of
development.
4. Understand that human development may be best
understood when studied in the context of the
individual setting and relationships in which the
individual exists.
5. Understand the effects of drug use and abuse on
human development.
1. Tests
2. 10 hours of field experience
in a public school
3. Class discussion
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EDUC 450 Classroom
Management: intro to strategies
for facilitating learning through
better classroom management,
emphasizing the role of parents
in classroom management and
on counseling techniques
EDUC 480 Student Teaching:
internship in public secondary
school, observing professionals
in the classroom, practicing
teaching under supervision, and
participating in other activities
expected of regular in-service
teachers
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1. Describe roles of the cooperating teacher, university
supervisor, director of teacher education, and student
teacher.
2. Develop lesson plans and lesson analysis appropriate for
grade and subjects taught.
3. Plan and implement activities that foster diversity in the
classroom.
4. Demonstrate application of computer operations and
applications through class assignments, lesson plans,
multimedia presentations, etc.
5. Develop an instructional technology portfolio according
to established criteria.
1. Instructional Technology
Portfolio
2. Class participation
(discussion, attendance)
3. Lesson plans
4. Observation and reflection
journal
Course Descriptions
EDUC 490 Education Seminar:
discussions of teaching
strategies, methodologies,
materials, and experiences
observed during the studentteaching experience and of
issues (mainstreaming,
multicultural education, use of
computers, new trends to
facilitate learning in educational
settings, and effective resume
writing and interviewing
techniques)
Course Objectives / Outcomes
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Describe the roles of the cooperating teacher,
university supervisor, director of teacher
education and student teacher.
Develop lesson plans and lesson analysis
appropriate for grade and subjects taught.
Plan and implement activities that foster
diversity in the classroom.
Demonstrate effective communication skills
through collaboration with cooperating
teacher and families.
Demonstrate knowledge of computer
operations and applications through class
assignments, lesson plans, multimedia
presentations.
Explain the established procedure for
obtaining a North Carolina teaching license.
Develop a portfolio according to the
established criteria
Artifacts / Evidence
1. Class/Seminar Participation
2. Observation Reflection Journal
3. Teacher Candidate Orientation
Log (Portfolio)
4. Lesson Plan Reflections (min. 5
due with portfolio)
5. Portfolio
(Presentation/Taskstream)
Course Descriptions
READ 320 Teaching Reading:
study of methods, materials,
classroom procedures, and
evaluation techniques for
facilitating reading in the
content areas in middle and
secondary schools
Course Objectives / Outcomes
1. Understands the role of literacy in subject area
learning and how literacy interacts with and supports
learning
2. Utilize strategies for teaching important reflection
skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and
decision-making, analyzing an author’s techniques,
separating fact from opinion, detecting propaganda,
and test taking
3. Be able to select teaching/assessing tools that support
students= learning in the generating, interacting, and
refining phases
4. Be able to select assessment tools or
teaching/assessing tools that inform future instruction
5. Explain and model strategies that foster cooperative
learning to help students get the most from their
learning experiences
6. Designs instruction that respects the cultural diversity
of learners
7. Develop and implement effective instructional
activities for teaching subject matter content to
bilingual/bicultural students in multilingual
/multicultural classrooms
8. Understand the need for complementing content area
instruction with multiple resources, including
literature and technology
Artifacts / Evidence
The student is required to complete
assigned reading textbook and
selected readings.
The student is required to design
literacy activities and lesson plans to
enhance instruction in the various
subjects (mathematics, science,
history, music, etc) and to meet the
need of a diverse student population
Conduct research on pre approved
topics and compose reports
Design lesson plans to incorporate
technology in the development of
literacy in the content areas
The student is required to participate
in ALL discussion forums on select
topics.
Complete two major (2) writings
assignments