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Methords of Teaching Creative Arts in Early Childhood & Primary Education

This course introduces methods of teaching creative art in early childhood and primary education. It explores the meaning of art, creativity, and the qualities of a good creative arts teacher. The course covers fine arts, applied arts, creative art materials, and improvisation. It also examines the creative art curriculum, visual arts, art appreciation, and addresses the importance and problems of teaching creative arts.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Creative ArtsEarly Childhood EducationPrimary EducationTeaching MethodsArt Curriculum

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Beginner Level
Perfect for newcomers to the field
35%
beginner
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Introduction to Art

2

Creativity in Early Childhood

3

Methods of Teaching Creative Arts

4

Creative Arts Curriculum

5

Visual Arts Education

6

Fine Arts

7

Applied Arts

8

Creative Art Materials

9

Art Appreciation

10

Young Artist Development

11

Art Terminology

Total Topics11 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Art Teacher

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Early Childhood Educator

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Curriculum Developer

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Art Therapist

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Arts Administrator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationChildcareArts and CultureCommunity Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Introduction to Art

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to art and its components.
  • •Identify the elements of art and their relevance to society.
  • •Assess pupils' creative art works.

Unit 2: Definition of Creativity in Early Childhood

2 study hours
  • •Define creativity and its importance in early childhood.
  • •Explore ways to achieve creativity in children.
  • •List factors that aid creativity development.
Week
2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Methods of Teaching Creative Arts

3 study hours
  • •Discuss methods for teaching creative art in early childhood.
  • •Examine the qualities of an effective creative art teacher.
  • •Learn to teach creative art by providing a nurturing environment.
Week
3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 4: Creative Arts Curriculum for Early Childhood and Primary Education

3 study hours
  • •Clarify the aims of the creative arts curriculum.
  • •Break down the objectives of the curriculum for easy assessment.
  • •Experiment with crayons, soft pencils, and textured papers for creative expression.
Week
4

Module 1:

3h

Unit 5: Visual Arts in Early Childhood Education

3 study hours
  • •Explain the need for visual arts in the creative art curriculum.
  • •Identify the objectives of visual art in early childhood.
  • •Interpret the objectives of visual art education in the classroom.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Qualities of a Good Creative Arts Teacher

3 study hours
  • •Identify the qualities of an accomplished creative art teacher.
  • •Discuss how these qualities affect pupils' creative skills.
  • •Interpret the roles of a creative art teacher effectively.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Fine Arts

3 study hours
  • •Define fine art and its classical branches.
  • •Discuss the importance of fine art to man and society.
  • •Apply appropriate methods in teaching fine arts.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: Applied Art

3 study hours
  • •Explain what applied art entails.
  • •Identify and explain the major aspects of applied arts.
  • •Explore the aesthetics of applied arts.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: Creative Art Materials and Improvisation

3 study hours
  • •Explain the essence of using the right materials for each task.
  • •Identify and explain improvised materials in and outside the classroom.
  • •Explore creative art materials and improvisation.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Basic Scheme of Work on Creative Art for Young Artists

3 study hours
  • •Identify the basic requirements for pupils at the primary level.
  • •Draw a realizable scheme of work for the primary level.
  • •Tailor the scheme of work to suit the age, interest, needs, and societal expectations of young artists.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Art Appreciation

3 study hours
  • •Explain what makes an artwork beautiful.
  • •Discuss ways to beautify the environment using artworks.
  • •Identify artists who contributed immensely to art.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3: Young Artist and Creativity

3 study hours
  • •Describe the young artist and their creative ability.
  • •Discuss areas for assessing the young artist's creative ability.
  • •Explore the assessment of young artists as they engage in the creative process.
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: Art Terminologies for Better Appreciation of Art

3 study hours
  • •Identify some art terminologies.
  • •Discuss the meanings of art terminologies.
  • •Enhance general appreciation of art through understanding key terminologies.
Week
13

Module 4:

3h

Unit 1: The Importance of Teaching Creative Art in Early Childhood and Primary Education

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the importance of creative art in early childhood education.
  • •Explain ways to enhance children's creative experiences.
  • •Explore the impact of early exposure to creative art on educational development.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit summaries and key definitions.

2

Practice applying different teaching methods to hypothetical scenarios.

3

Create flashcards for art terminologies and their meanings.

4

Analyze sample artworks and discuss their elements and principles.

5

Focus on understanding the aims and objectives of the creative arts curriculum.

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments and their solutions.

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