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Art & Activity: Interactive Strategies for Engaging with Art

Approx. 9 hours to complete

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Course Summary

This course explores the intersection between art and activity, and how engagement in creative activities can improve overall well-being. Students will learn about different forms of art therapy and participate in hands-on activities to explore their own creativity.

Key Learning Points

Discover the therapeutic benefits of engaging in creative activities
Learn about the history and theory of art therapy
Participate in hands-on activities to explore personal creativity

Learning Outcomes

Understand the benefits of creative activities for mental health and well-being
Develop skills in different forms of art therapy
Explore personal creativity through hands-on activities

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior experience in art or therapy required
Access to basic art supplies such as paper, pencils, and paint

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online and self-paced
Video lectures and hands-on activities
Peer-reviewed assignments and quizzes

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Description

Art can be a powerful catalyst for building skills and understanding a range of subjects. Intended for primary and secondary teachers of all disciplines, Art & Activity builds upon the inquiry-based approaches of Art and Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies for Your Classroom, while delving into activity-based strategies that will make your students empowered participants.

Outline

Introduction to Art and Activity
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Why Activities?
1.3 Philosophy Behind Active Learning
1.4 Designing Engaging Activities
1.5 Skills and Benefits of Activity-Based Learning
Tips for Teaching Remotely
1.6 Required Reading & Additional Resources
1.7 Works of Art
Tell Us About You
Resources: MoMA podcasts, art vocabulary, Magazine, and YouTube channel
1. 8 Introduction to Activities

Activities for Analyzing and Reflecting
2.1 Drawing Activities for Analyzing and Reflecting
2.2 Sound & Movement Activities for Analyzing and Reflecting
2.3 Take Action: Blind Contour
2.4 Writing & Discussion-Based Activities for Analyzing and Reflecting
2.5 Take Action: DJ the Artwork
2.6 Games and Play-Based Activities
2.7 Required Readings & Additional Resources
2.8 Works of Art
Mid-course survey
2.9 Activities for Analyzing and Reflecting

Activities for Creating, Imagining & Connecting
3.1 Drawing Activities for Creating, Imagining & Connecting
3.2 Writing & Discussion-Based Activities for Creating, Imagining & Connecting
3.3 Take Action: Postcard Home
3.4 Sound & Movement Activities for Creating, Imagining & Connecting
3.5 Design Thinking Activities
3.6 Take Action: Chair for an Astronaut
3.7 Required Readings & Additional Resources
3.8 Works of Art
3.9 Activities for Creating, Imagining & Connecting

Assessment Strategies
4.1 Assessment Strategies for Teachers
4.2 Assessing Student Work/Farewell
4.3 Required Readings & Additional Resources
4.4 Works of Art
Funding for Education at MoMA
End-of-course survey

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the creative and therapeutic benefits of art with this engaging course. Students loved the hands-on approach to learning and the supportive community of learners. You'll learn how to use art as a tool for communication and self-expression, and explore a variety of techniques and mediums.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Hands-on approach to learning

Pros from User Reviews

Supportive community of learners
Learn how to use art as a tool for communication and self-expression
Explore a variety of techniques and mediums

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course content to be too basic
The course may not be suitable for professional artists looking to expand their skills
Some users experienced technical difficulties with the online platform

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