Methords of Teaching Creative Arts in Early Childhood & Primary Education

1. Define art and creativity in the context of early childhood education.
2. Apply various methods for teaching creative arts to young children.
3. Design a creative arts curriculum suitable for early childhood and primary education.
4. Identify and utilize appropriate art materials and techniques.
5. Assess and appreciate different forms of art.
6. Understand the role of a creative arts teacher and their impact on student development.

13 weeks, about 40 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1:

   • Unit 1: Introduction to Art · 2 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 hours

     Define creativity and its importance in early childhood.. Explore ways to achieve creativity in children.. List factors that aid creativity development..

2. Week 2Module 1:

   • Unit 3: Methods of Teaching Creative Arts · 3 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..

3. Week 3Module 1:

   • Unit 4: Creative Arts Curriculum for Early Childhood and Primary Education · 3 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..

4. Week 4Module 1:

   • Unit 5: Visual Arts in Early Childhood Education · 3 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..

5. Week 5Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Qualities of a Good Creative Arts Teacher · 3 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..

6. Week 6Module 2:

   • Unit 2: Fine Arts · 3 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..

7. Week 7Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Applied Art · 3 hours

     Explain what applied art entails.. Identify and explain the major aspects of applied arts.. Explore the aesthetics of applied arts..

8. Week 8Module 2:

   • Unit 4: Creative Art Materials and Improvisation · 3 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..

9. Week 9Module 3:

   • Unit 1: Basic Scheme of Work on Creative Art for Young Artists · 3 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..

10. Week 10Module 3:

    • Unit 2: Art Appreciation · 3 hours

      Explain what makes an artwork beautiful.. Discuss ways to beautify the environment using artworks.. Identify artists who contributed immensely to art..

11. Week 11Module 3:

    • Unit 3: Young Artist and Creativity · 3 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..

12. Week 12Module 3:

    • Unit 4: Art Terminologies for Better Appreciation of Art · 3 hours

      Identify some art terminologies.. Discuss the meanings of art terminologies.. Enhance general appreciation of art through understanding key terminologies..

13. Week 13Module 4:

    • Unit 1: The Importance of Teaching Creative Art in Early Childhood and Primary Education · 3 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..