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501 THE FINE ARTS: ANALYSIS AND APPRECIATION IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM).
Emphasis will be placed on learning about and applying the psychological
and aesthetic theories commonly used in the creation, appreciation,
and response to the fine arts in American educational settings. Course
activities include attending a variety of arts presentations. Students
will develop and present a researched, written unit of arts curriculum
appropriate for educational use.
ART 521 TEACHING THROUGH EXPERIMENTAL ART MEDIA). Varied and unique
experimental art processes and media to be used in conjunction with
creative teaching techniques that emphasize critical thinking skills
and the development of new or enriched art(s) curricula for K-12.
Students will solve procedural problems and adapt art media to teaching
experiences. Outside reading and creative exploration will be expected,
as well as a final presentation including a written paper.
ART 551 CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND ASSESSMENT IN ART EDUCATION.
Designed for those teaching or planning to teach art at any level,
this course includes the history and rationale of American arts curricula
K-12, the development and presentation of a selected, viable curriculum
in a specific area, and the use of curriculum planning techniques
appropriate in current educational settings.
ART 578-589 SERIES SELECTED TOPICS. An opportunity for the
student to work independently with particular professors in specific
areas or media. Credits can be divided into several areas or concentrated
within an approved area of emphasis to be determined by the graduate
student, advisor, and committee.
ART 578 SELECTED TOPICS - ART EDUCATION
ART 591 PROJECT. The graduate project includes a scholarly paper
describing the history and results of original research used to substantiate
a special view in the field of visual arts. The project will be:
1) An art show subject to full graduate faculty review; or
2) A comprehensive, illustrated visual arts curriculum in written
form appropriate for use in an educational setting.
- The required
oral comprehensive examination will be prepared, administered, and
evaluated by the student's M.A. graduate advisory committee within
the final month of the project presentation.
ART 593
THESIS. The thesis will be a scholarly paper embodying results of
original research which are used to substantiate a specific view in
the field of the visual arts. The required oral comprehensive examination
will be prepared, administered, and evaluated by the student's M.A.
graduate advisory committee within the final month of the thesis presentation.
ART
596 DIRECTED RESEARCH (1-3 credits) Up to nine hours of directed
research credit can be earned at the discretion of the student's supervising
professor or graduate committee.
ART 598 SEMINAR IN ART. Upon selection of an approved topic by
the M.A. graduate advisor and committee, the student will research the
subject/medium/process thoroughly, present written report with annotated
bibliography and an oral report of the findings utilizing visual material
in their presentation to faculty and students as arranged.
AR 599 SHORT TERM CONFERENCE OR WORKSHOP Used for courses meeting
3 weeks or less. Graded A through F or Pass/Fail.
Art courses
with a "G" designation are listed below. All 300G and
400G level courses taken for credit must be approved by the student's
M.A. graduate advisory committee or M.A. graduate advisor. A limit of
nine (9) semester hours can be taken at the 300 or 400 "G"
level for credit in the M.A. in Education, Art emphasis program. No
course numbered below 500 carries graduate credit unless the "G"
is affixed.
It is understood that graduate students enrolled in "G" courses
will be required to do extra work in order to receive graduate credit
for the courses. Only graduate faculty will supervise graduate students
in 300 or 400 level courses carrying the "G" designation.
The faculty member, in discussion with the student prior to admission
into the course, will define the amount, description, and evaluation
of the work to be done.
AR 301G NINETEENTH CENTURY ART HISTORY (3-0-3)(F) A study of
important artists and movements from Neoclassicism through Post-Impressionism.
Critical writing will be assigned.
AR 302G HISTORY OF TWENTIETH CENTURY MOVEMENT IN ART (3-0-3)(S).
An analysis of important European artistic movements up to World War
II, including Fauvism, German Expressionism, Cubism, Futurism, Constructivism,
Dada and Surrealism. Critical writings will be assigned.
AR 303G STUDIO IN GRAPHIC DESIGN (0-6-3)(F). The role of the
computer in the modern practice of Graphic Design is stressed. Limited
computer lab time is available during class. Emphasis is on conceptualizing
and the development of a personal problem-solving methodology. Particular
attention is given to development of precise verbal presentation skills.
PREREQ: AR 333.
AR 304G ADVANCED STUDIO IN GRAPHIC DESIGN (0-6-3)(S). Continued
exploration of the role of computers in modern design. Problems of a
more complex nature are presented. Students are encouraged to develop
and expand both the verbal and visual elements within a design problem.
Verbal presentation skills and written rationales are integrated within
the visual format. PREREQ: AR 303, AR 333.
AR 305G
STUDIO IN VISUAL DESIGN (0-6-3)(F/S). Advanced exploration of two
dimensional or three-dimensional design, continuing with problems in
line, form, color, textureand space. Advisable to take AR 105 and 106
prior to AR 305.
AR 307G STUDIO IN METALSMITHING (0-6-3)(F/S). Advanced study
in methods of jewelry making and metalsmithing with special emphasis
on raising, die-forming, sheet forming and mechanical techniques to
further develop personal skills in design and craftsmanship. May be
repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 221, 222.
AR 309G STUDIO IN PRINTMAKING (0-6-3)(F/S). Introduction to color
printing and advanced printmaking in any of the following specialized
areas, each of which may be repeated once for credit: intaglio, lithography,
serigraphy, and relief printing. PREREQ: AR 209.
AR 311G INTERMEDIATE DRAWING (0-6-3)(F,S) Continuation of concepts
introduced in AR 112, with an emphasis on creative and experimental
approaches to content, technique and composition. May be repeated for
credit. PREREQ: AR 211 or PERM/INST.
AR 312G INTERMEDIATE LIFE DRAWING (0-6-3)(F,S) Structural and
classical work from the model, with an increased emphasis on composition
and expressive drawing. May be repeated for credit. Model fee. PREREQ:
AR211 or PERM/INST.
AR 315G INTERMEDIATE PAINTING (0-6-3)(F,S). A study of relevant
historical, ideological and aesthetic positions in painting. A personal
and creative exploration of diverse styles, methods, structures and
ideations. Oil, acrylic or other media. May be repeated once for credit.
Admission by portfolio review the semester prior to enrollment. PREREQ:
AR 219 or AR 217 or PERM/INSTR.
AR 317G WATERCOLOR AND RELATED MEDIA (0-6-3)(F,S). Emphasis on
developing individual interests and expressive strengths in painting
with watercolor and related media, allowing further exploration of objectives.
May be repeated once for credit. Admission by portfolio review the semester
prior to enrollment. PREREQ: AR 217 and AR 315 or PERM/INST.
AR 319G FIGURE AND PORTRAIT PAINTING (0-6-3)(F,S). Painting the
human figure in objective and interpretive modes of expression. Students
will paint in realistic and semi-abstract manners. Oil or acrylic media.
Model fee. May be repeated once for credit. Admission by portfolio review
the prior semester. PREREQ: AR 219 and AR 315 or PERM/INST.
AR 321G ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ART METHODS (3-1-3)(S). This course
is designed to prepare future elementary education teachers in awareness,
skills, theories and practices in K-8 art education. Child growth and
development, curriculum selection and planning, classroom management
and assessment strategies and basic historical aesthetic learning methods
will be addressed. Students will demonstrate technical and artistic
skills and mastery with K-8 art materials and will design, teach and
assess art lessons. Optional lab hours available. Materials fee. PREREQ:
Upper division standing.
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322G ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ART METHODS FOR ART EDUCATION MAJORS (3-2-4)(S).
Prepares future art education teachers in awareness, skills, theories,
and practices in K-8 art education. Child growth and development,
curriculum selection and planning, classroom management and assessment
strategies, and basic historical and aesthetic learning methods will
be addressed. Students will use their technical and artistic skills
and mastery with K-8 art materials and will design, teach, and assess
art lessons. 30 hours of on-site clinical experience will be arranged.
Additional lab hours available. Materials fee. Graduate students will
assume supervisory/leadership roles as appropriate. PREREQ: Art education
major; upper division standing.
AR 325G STUDIO IN CERAMICS (0-6-3)(F). Advanced study in the
materials of ceramics with emphasis on exploration of clays, glazes
and firing in earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. Individual instruction
will be given. PREREQ: 225 or 226 or PERM/INST.
AR 326G STUDIO IN CERAMICS (0-6-3)(S). Emphasis is on structural
studies in hand-building and wheel-thrown works. Various firing methods
using earthenware, stoneware and porcelain will be explored. PREREQ:
AR 225 or 226 or PERM/INST.
AR 331G STUDIO IN SCULPTURE (0-6-3)(F/S). Advanced study in
the materials and methods of the sculptor with emphasis upon welded
steel and metal casting. Advisable to take AR 231 and 232 prior to
AR 331. May be repeated once for credit.
AR 333G COMPUTER DESIGN FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNERS AND ARTISTS (2-4-4)(F/S).
This course will familiarize the student with current programs for
publication design, electronic prepress methods, illustration, fine
art, photo manipulation and interactive programming. Available software
includes the latest in illustration, graphic design, three dimensional
applications, animation, paint and interactive programs. PREREQ: PERM/INST.
AR 341G CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY (2-4-3)(F/S). Advanced study of
photographic techniques; emphasis on the creative approach to picture
taking and printing. Adjustable camera required. Advisable to take
AR 251 prior to AR 341.
AR 344G CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY, COLOR PRINTING (2-4-3)(F/S).
Advanced study of photographic techniques; emphasis on the creative
approach to picture taking and printing in color. Adjustable camera
required. May be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 251 or PERM/INST.
AR 345G STUDIO IN CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY (2-4-3)(F/S). Advanced
study emphasizing techniques of color slides. Color theory and composition
will be covered in the course as well as the processing of slides
and various methods of projections. Various approaches to lighting
and laboratory work will be taught. Adjustable camera required. May
be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 251 or PERM/INST.
AR 346G PHOTOGRAPHY: ZONE SYSTEM (2-4-3)(F). This course deals
with the important relationship that exists between the negative and
the print in photography. This coursewill provide systematic accounting
of the numerous variables of personal equipment, procedures, films,
developers, enlarging papers and style. Technique as the clarifier
of idea will be stressed. PREREQ: AR 251 or PERM/INST. Offered odd
numbered years.
AR 351G SECONDARY SCHOOL ART METHODS (3-2-4)(F). For students
expecting to teach art education at the junior and senior high school
levels. Includes pedagogical, philosophical and methodological issues
and guidelines for grades 6-12 instructional design, development and
assessment, essential information about materials, safety and aesthetics.
An educational portfolio and 30 hours of clinical experience are required
in a 6-12 setting.
AR 361G
ILLUSTRATION I (0-6-3)(F). Survey of historical and contemporary
illustration materials, techniques and styles. Focus on Creative Communicative
solutions to visual problems. PREREQ: AR 112, AR 105 and AR 106.
AR 362G ILLUSTRATION II (0-6-3)(S). Continued exploration of
illustration as a profession and as an expressive communicative medium.
Focus on interpretive problem solving. Individually selected media.
PREREQ: AR 361 and PERM/INST.
AR 371G HISTORY OF TWENTIETH CENTURY AMERICAN ART (3-0-3)(F).
Beginning with a short survey of American Art from the Ashcan School
through the Thirties with concentration on Abstract Expressionism, Pop,
Op and Minimal. Critical writing will be assigned. Advisable to take
AR 302 prior to AR 371.
AR 409G STUDIO IN PRINTMAKING (0-6-3))F/S). Individual problems
in any of the following areas; woodcut, lithography, intaglio and serigraphy.
May be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 309.
AR 411G ADVANCED DRAWING STUDIO (0-6-3)(F/S). Individual problems
in drawing. Model fee. May be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 311 or
AR 312 or PERM/INST.
AR 415G STUDIO IN PAINTING (0-6-3)(F/S). Individual problems
in painting in any media. Students will participate in one-person senior
show projects. May be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR 315.
AR 417G STUDIO IN PAINTING-WATERCOLOR (0-6-3)(F,S). Advanced
study in selected watercolor and related media. Emphasis on developing
individual interests and expressive strengths. Students will participate
in one-person senior show projects. May be repeated once for credit.
PREREQ: AR 317 or PERM/INST.
AR 419G STUDIO IN METALS (0-6-3)(F/S). Continued study in materials
and methods (advanced) of jewelry making and metalsmithing as they apply
to the creative artist and teacher. May be repeated for credit. PREREQ:
AR 221, 222, 307.
AR 420G STUDIO IN FIGURE-PORTRAIT PAINTING (0-6-3)(F,S). Advanced
figure painting with emphasis on personal direction. Students will participate
in one-person senior show projects. May be repeated for credit. Model
fee. PREREQ: AR 319 or PERM/INST.
AR 425G STUDIO IN CERAMICS (0-6-3)(F/S). Continued study in the
materials of ceramics with emphasis on the exploration of clays, glazes
and firing as it applies to the creative artist or teacher. Advisable
to take ar 325 and 326 prior to AR 425. Individual instruction will
be given. May be repeated for credit.
AR 431G STUDIO IN SCULPTURE (0-6-3)(F/S). Continued study in
the material and methods of the sculptor with emphasis on welded steel
and casting, carving, mixed media and experimental. Advisable to take
two semesters of AR 331 prior to AR 431. May be repeated for credit.
AR 441G
CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY (2-4-3)(F/S). Individual problems in black
and white photography. Advisable to take AR 251 and AR 341. May be repeated
for credit.
AR 444G CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY, COLOR PRINTING (2-4-3)(F/S). Individual
problems in color photography. May be repeated for credit. PREREQ: AR
344 or PERM/INST.
AR 461G STUDIO IN ILLUSTRATION (0-6-3)(S). Continued exploration
of illustration as a profession and as an expressive communicative medium.
Focus on development of an individual visual voice through advanced
interpretive problem solving. PREREQ: AR 362 and PERM/INST.
AR 477G GRAPHICOM (4-0-4)(F/S). This class provides students
the opportunity to work with Boise area non-profit organizations in
need of design assistance. Computer-aided design and print production
are stressed. Initial client contacts are provided. This course provides
a broad base of understanding and enables students to experience the
specific of going to press. PERM/INST. May be repeated for credit.
AR 483G COMPUTER GRAPHICS FOR GRAPHIC DESIGNERS (0-2-2)(F/S).
The student is to select an area of particular interest which will then
be thoroughly explored on the computer. PREREQ: AR 333.
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