Teaching starts Autumn

Language of instruction Norwegian.

Learning outcomes Upon completion of the art course, the student will: - have developed aesthetic attention, creative ability and practical skills - have developed the ability to experiment, analyse and solve problems - have attained insight in the subject as a means of expression of children's experiences and self-awareness - have developed the ability to experience, understand and use art and sculpture - be able to see the possibilities for using art as a central subject in multi-disciplinary work/project work - be able to use aesthetic documentation as a part of practical work - be able to assess the significance of the physical and visual environment as a framework for creative activity - have attained knowledge of art's significance in terms of gender, multiculturalism and children with special talents and needs.

Course contents The students will develop their aesthetic attention, their creative abilities and acquire practical knowledge of the materials. They will also develop insight to the arts and crafts as a means of expression for children's experiences and selfconsciousness. furthermore, the students will develop their ability to experiment, be analytical and problem-solving. Course contents: - Practical, creative work (clay, wood, textiles and illustrations) - Art and culture - Didactics of Arts and crafts (Children and creative activities, the aesthetic environment of the kindergarten, arts and crafts in the kindergarten). - Interaction and reflexion

Teaching methods The course makes use of lectures, group seminars, practical work and individual work. Compulsory attendance. Compulsory teaching practice.

Examination requirement - compulsory assignments

Assessment methods and criteria - 4 hour written exam - Practical exam (for 1/3 of the students). Assessed on the basis A-F (with A as the highest level and F as fail).

Type of course Practical and theoretical.

Level of course First cycle.

Year of study Third year of bachelor`s programme.

Name of lecturer/contact person Assistant Professor Anita Skogen

Mode of delivery Face-to-face