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Painted and Printed Textiles ED 7685C 01
This course is an introduction and overview to a broad range of traditional and experimental fabric design techniques to create pattern, design and images for use with students of all ages. Techniques may include batik, vat dying, direct application painting with thickened dyes and a variety of printing techniques. The course reviews materials, preparation and finishing to introduce you to these processes. Discussions consider how to develop these techniques into collaborative student projects for various ages relating to other subject areas. Concepts in the course can be adapted for application into large-scale student group wall hangings or painted floor cloths. Course content applicable to K-12 art teachers as well as any teacher interested in direct, hands-on approaches and craft-based methods of reaching a range of students, including students with special needs. No previous experience needed.

Instructor: Gabrielle Kanter
DATES: 02/19/2010 to 02/28/2010
TIMES: Fri 05:00PM - 09:30PM Sat + Sun 09:00AM - 06:00PM

Ceramic Tile and Mosaics,lev 1 ED 6020AC 01 Create large and small-scale ceramic mosaic constructions through the use of line drawings, freehand sketches, slide transfers or with computer assistance. Learn techniques such as plaster mold castings for tile replication opportunities, the use of plastic patterns or one-of-a-kind fabrications. Mounting and hanging are covered as well. Content open to all teachers with an interest in producing tiles; application to classroom use is considered.

Instructor: Gloria Kosco
DATES: 03/05/2010 to 03/14/2010
TIMES: Fri 05:00PM - 09:30PM Sat + Sun 09:00AM - 06:00PM

Storytelling across the Curriculum ED 5707C 01
Explore classroom applications of creative storytelling and the dramatic use of this art form to enhance a range of subjects across the curriculum. Looking at plot, narrative, structure and character, participants discover the oral and written traditions of storytelling, mythology, folklore and drama through activities and engaging exercises designed for classroom use. Multicultural tales and other examples consider integration into social science, language arts, visual arts, movement, math, science and music. Course may include guest speakers, basic book project, storyboard activity and collaborative projects designed for a wide range of students.

Instructor: Rebecca Kelly
DATES: 03/19/2010 to 03/28/2010 Fri 05:00PM - 09:30PM
TIMES: Sat + Sun 09:00AM - 06:00PM

Art and the Creative Classroom ED 5540C 01 This class provides classroom and art teachers with creative instructional strategies for regular and special education pupils. Topics include integrating the visual arts into the curriculum, art history, thematic units, exploring best art practices and teaching methods, multimedia presentations, and basic and advanced skill development through art.