2026-2027 Academic Catalog

Category: Graduate Courses

  • DAE-315 ELEMENTARY ART TEACHING: METHODS,,MATERIALS AND CONTENT AREA LITERACY

    In this course, Art Education candidates acquire,further practice with professional methodologies,of art instruction and facilitation for students,in Kindergarten-8th grade levels. The primary,focus is mastery of the pedagogical content,knowledge paired with teaching and learning,strategies necessary for planning and implementing,dynamic elementary art programming. Attention is,directed to the multiple components of art,instruction: age appropriate teaching methods,,reaching and involving all students with,diversity, equity and inclusion in mind, classroom,management, age appropriate art materials,,technology in Art Education, showing student work,,inclusion and accommodation of special needs,students, school diversity, art room safety,,facilities management, and evaluation methods.,Special attention is devoted to content area,literacy and inclusion of purposeful reading,experiences in the subject area. Thirty hours,Field Experience in Elementary Educational,Settings required outside of class. All required,field hours and associated field experience,assignments must be completed before registration,for the next art education course. Art Education,candidates must pass DAE 315 with a grade of ‘C’,(2.00) or higher to qualify for certification.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DAE 200, DAE-250

  • DAE-405 SECONDARY ART TEACHING:METHODS,,MATERIALS AND CONTENT AREA LITERACY

    In this class, students continue to develop and,learn professional methodologies of art,instruction for youth in middle schools and high,schools, grades 6-12. The course covers secondary,visual arts content, approaches, techniques,,materials and safety precautions appropriate for,secondary level students. Classroom management,,inclusion and accommodation of differently-abled,students, technology integration, assessment, and,student diversity issues are covered. An emphasis,on cultural and contextually reverent pedagogy is,explored through the development of a social,justice lesson plan. Content area literacy,approaches and methods for including the teaching,of reading, writing and public presentations for,secondary level students are integral to the,course. Thirty hours Field Experience in Secondary,educational settings required outside of class. ,Field experiences and hours are an integral part,of each art education course. Students are,expected to participate in field during the course,of the semester in a professional and timely,manner. Students must complete all required field,hours and associated field experience assignments,in the course before they can register for the,next art education course.,Art Education candidates must pass DAE 405 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DAE 315

  • DAE-407 READING & LANG ARTS METHODS

    This course is dedicated to teaching Art Education,candidates the essential components of instruction,for students who are learning to read. Students,study theory and research frameworks for,comprehending the scope and challenges of teaching,for literacy, as well as practical methods for,direct, explicit instruction in reading. The,broader area of Language Arts instruction is,examined in the contexts of arts integration and,children’s literature which is inclusive of global,cultures, identity, and contextually meaningful in,nature. Awareness of appropriate uses for,technology and information age learning in K-12,schools is taught with applications of technology,enhanced learning experiences. For this course,,students assist regularly with experienced,,certified Reading Teachers in K-8 classrooms. Ten,hours Field Experience in K-8 educational settings,required outside of class. Field experiences and,hours are an integral part of each art education,course. Students are expected to participate in,field during the course of the semester in a,professional and timely manner. Students must,complete all required field hours and associated,field experience assignments in the course before,they can register for the next art education,course. Art Education candidates must pass DAE 407,with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify,for certification.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites: DAE 315 AND DAE 405

  • DAE-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY

    Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a space for,diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit,toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours.,The student must submit to the chairperson of the,department in which they wish to study, an,Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less),of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason,for choosing to study independently. Once the,department chairperson provides approval and the,instructor for the Independent Study is,determined, the faculty member must write an,Independent Study Syllabus with education goals,,learning outcomes, meeting dates, course,expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DAE-510 DIRECTED TEACHING

    During the Directed Teaching semester, the,responsibilities of a professional teacher are,experienced first-hand at extended placements in,school settings.This includes experiences in,urban, suburban, and rural settings providing,diverse perspectives and spaces to negotiate as,student develop professional practice. This,practicum involves a broad,spectrum of experiences, including a combination,of observation, small group work, and eventual,whole class instruction. Because the Visual Arts,(LQ) Endorsement certifies a teacher for K-12,instruction, placements are made for candidates,at two sites, one in an Elementary setting and,one in the Secondary setting. Offered for Pass,(P) or Fail (F) grades only. DAE 510 is required,to be taken in conjunction with DAE 520,,Professional Seminar.

    Credits: 10

    Prerequisites: DAE 405,DAE 520

  • DAE-510F DIRECTED TEACHING

    During the Directed Teaching semester, the,responsibilities of a professional teacher are,experienced first-hand at extended placements in,school settings.This includes experiences in,urban, suburban, and rural settings providing,diverse perspectives and spaces to negotiate as,student develop professional practice. This,practicum involves a broad,spectrum of experiences, including a combination,of observation, small group work, and eventual,whole class instruction. Because the Visual Arts,(LQ) Endorsement certifies a teacher for K-12,instruction, placements are made for candidates,at two sites, one in an Elementary setting and,one in the Secondary setting. Offered for Pass,(P) or Fail (F) grades only. DAE 510 is required,to be taken in conjunction with DAE 520,,Professional Seminar.

    Credits: 5

    Prerequisites: DAE 405,DAE 520

  • DAE-520 PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR

    The Professional Seminar provides candidates who,are doing their Directed Teaching with further,professional development and experiences that,develop reflective practice. The seminar conveys,a range of information essential to Visual Arts,educators, including health and safety issues in,Art Education, technology integration,,educational law, effective teaching practices,,research in the field, emerging trends in pedagogy,which examine issues of diversity, equity, and,inclusion.The seminar format is,intended to support student teachers in their,placements and allow for reflection and dialogue,regarding this professional experience.,Application for Directed Teaching and Departmental,permission is required. Art Education candidates,must pass DAE 520 with a grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or,higher to qualify for certification.

    Credits: 2

    Prerequisites: DAE 405,DAE 510

  • DGR-500 GLOBAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

    (This is a faculty led study abroad course *,syllabi will differ per destination) ,,On a Global Learning Experience course, students,are brought outside the typical classroom, for a,24/7 learning experience in varying locations,outside the USA. The course will provide students,with tools for analyzing your learning process and,identifying cultural patterns, differences,,similarities and values encountered during the,journey. Students develop a sense of,cross-cultural understanding, and navigate towards,becoming a global citizen. Students develop a,heightened sense of confidence, and leadership as,they plan, and execute this excursion. In,addition students discover the role of becoming an,ambassador for their own culture. Practical issues,about studying abroad (safety, money, packing,,etc.) are delivered via pre-departure sessions,with the International Student Services Office.,

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DGR-515 STUDY ABROAD

    Graduate students in good,academic standing have the opportunity to spend a,semester (fall or winter) or a full year of study,at an accredited institution abroad. Information,is available from International Student Services.

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisites:

  • DGR-601 GRADUATE COMMUNICATION

    Strong English language skills are essential for,success at CCS and in a future career as an,international designer. In this course, students,will develop and improve English communication,skills. Using a wide range of tools and,assignments, students will talk and write about,design with focus on planning and organization,,visual aids, audience, appropriate vocabulary,,revising based on feedback, and presenting before,a group. The skills acquired in this course will,enable students to produce a presentation on,design research conducted throughout the semester.

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisites: