Art Education Curriculum, 5-12 (EDS-0178)

Spring 2025 · EDS 0178 · Tufts University · 3 credits · Undergraduate

(Fall 2010 & Beyond). This course will guide students in formulating a standards-based curriculum for a yearlong high school or middle school course. Methods and examples will be reviewed, evaluated and discussed so students can compose their own goals, objectives, units and lessons that reflect the National Standards and the Massachusetts Frameworks. This course strives to help students understand the definition, purpose, and variety of different curricula and the role of curriculum in the art classroom. The course fosters the development of sequential units, guided by enduring understandings and essential questions. Lessons will reflect the knowledge and practice of differentiated instruction and reflect a strong academic tradition and sensitivity to the developmental growth and personal uniqueness of all learners. Multicultural education and postmodernism will be included in curriculum perspectives. Written reflections and presentations on curriculum ideas, and assessment revolving around the facets of understanding are important components of the course. Guest speakers will include former students who will share their teaching experiences as well as an evaluator for the Advanced Placement program who will discuss the requirements and assessment rubrics of the AP program. Recommendations: MAT students only unless granted special permission.

Course codes: EDS-0178, EDS 0178, EDS0178, EDS-178, EDS 178, EDS178

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