ISTD 173 - Integrated Arts

(ARTD, GEIR, GEEL, GCP)

This introductory course explores basics in visual arts, dance, music, and theatre through an exploration of representative works. It also focuses on the relationship of terms and concepts to the perceptual process and on developing both artistic and critical perception. This interdisciplinary studies course meets the integrated arts requirement of the Maryland Higher Education Commission-approved A.A.T. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101/ENGL 011. Three hours each week.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Demonstrate a global understanding and appreciation for the arts and their role in a child’s development and education.
Identify ways to integrate the arts effectively into classroom curricula, with an emphasis on multicultural awareness.
Describe the types of intelligence included in Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory.
Define how arts integration can reach a variety of learning styles and intelligences.
Develop knowledge and resources for cultural arts in their community.
Discuss and apply the use of arts to promote diversity in education.
Recognize and use concepts and language for the visual arts, music, theater, and dance.

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