Course Outline of Record

Item	Value
Top Code	493030 - Learning Skills, Handicapped
Units	0 Total Units
Hours	16-108 Total Hours (Lab Hours 16-108)
Total Outside of Class Hours	0
Course Credit Status	Noncredit (N)
Material Fee	No
Basic Skills	Basic Skills (B)
Repeatable	Yes; Repeat Limit 99
Grading Policy	P/NP/SP Non-Credit (D)

Course Description

Introduction to a variety of creative art forms such as decoupage, needlework, painting, drawing, weaving, woodworking, and ceramics for adults with intellectual disabilities. Emphasis on use of tools and materials necessary to render finished artwork. Skills will be assessed to determine placement in more advanced art classes. Students enrolled in the course receive an individualized student educational contract where course objectives are evaluated according to whether or not the objectives/student outcomes are targeted, satisfied, not satisfied, deferred, or not applicable. Noncredit. NOT DEGREE APPLICABLE. Not Transferable.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

1. Complete an art project by following simple directions, and safely using art tools.
2. Possess basic knowledge of tools, art forms and techniques allowing the student to utilize art as a means of creative expression and as a leisure time activity.

Course Objectives

• 1. Recognize and differentiate colors and shapes.
• 2. Follow simple directions.
• 3. Employ simple arts and crafts tools and media independently or with minimal supervision.
• 4. Utilize art as a means of creative expression.
• 5. Make use of art as a leisure-time activity.
• 6. Complete a simple art project with minimal supervision.
• 7. Clean up his/her work area following participation in an art activity.

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Lecture Content

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Lab Content

Introduction to art skills Following directions Safety in use of tools and materials Skill building Fine Motor Color and shape discrimination Initiating, sustaining, and terminating projects Introductions to art media and technique Decoupage Needlework Painting Drawing Weaving Woodworking Ceramics Macrame Charcoal Pen and Ink Print Making Collage Art in leisure time Simple art projects Art as a creative means of expression

Method(s) of Instruction

• Regular NC Lab (NC4)
• Live Online Reg NC Lab (NCC)

Instructional Techniques

Disscussion of important concepts. Discussion of related current concepts.  In class hands-on practice of techniques. Faculty and peer evaluations.

Reading Assignments

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Writing Assignments

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Out-of-class Assignments

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Demonstration of Critical Thinking

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Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Pre and post tests.

Eligible Disciplines

Special education: Minimum qualifications for these faculty members are specified in title 5, section 53414. Masters degree required. Title 5, section 53414

Other Resources

1. Coastline Library