The document outlines the K-12 elementary art education curriculum, emphasizing a structured approach to developing students' understanding and appreciation of visual arts. It details content areas, instructional methods, and assessment strategies while highlighting the importance of creative expression, cultural understanding, and personal development in art education. The curriculum fosters holistic growth and encourages students to engage with both the artistic process and the evaluation of their work.

1. TEACHING VISUAL
ARTS IN THE
ELEMENTARY GRADES
EDUC 306
Commission on Higher Education
GUINAYANGAN COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC.
Barangay Sisi, Guinayangan, Quezon
1st
Semester Academic Year 2024-2025
Professor: Hersey Ann A. Anajao, LPT

2. THE K-12 ELEMENTARY
ART EDUCATION
CURRICULUM
Commission on Higher Education
GUINAYANGAN COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC.
Barangay Sisi, Guinayangan, Quezon
1st
Semester Academic Year 2024-2025
Professor: Hersey Ann A. Anajao, LPT

3. The K-12 Elementary Art
Education Curriculum
• The K-12 Elementary Art Education curriculum typically
follows a structured approach to help students develop a
deep understanding and appreciation of visual arts. It aims
to foster creativity, critical thinking, and an understanding of
cultural diversity through art-making, art history, art
criticism, and aesthetics. The curriculum is usually
scaffolded according to the students' developmental stages
and gradually increases in complexity from grades K-12.

4. The What and How of Elementary Art
Education Outlined in K-12 Curriculum
“What”
Content: The curriculum covers a range of topics, including drawing, painting, sculpture,
ceramics, printmaking, and digital media.
Skills: Students learn fundamental art techniques, how to use various materials, and concepts
like color theory, perspective, and composition.
Themes: Focus on cultural history, contemporary issues, personal expression, and community.
Evaluation: Emphasis is placed on both the art-making process and the final product, with
reflection and critique being central components.

5. The What and How of Elementary Art
Education Outlined in K-12 Curriculum
“How”
Instruction: Teachers use project-based learning, hands-on activities, demonstrations,
collaborative projects, and critical discussions to engage students.
Differentiation: Instruction is tailored to meet students’ developmental levels, catering to a wide
range of abilities and learning styles.
Integration: Art is often integrated with other subjects, such as history, literature, and science,
making it interdisciplinary.
Assessment: Includes formative assessments like peer critiques, rubrics, self-assessments, and
portfolios.

6. Conceptual Framework
The conceptual framework of K-12 art education is often built on the following pillars:
• Creative Process: Students learn to conceptualize ideas, execute them in various media, and
evaluate their results.
• Cultural Understanding: Art is used as a lens to view and understand different cultures,
traditions, and social issues.
• Art Appreciation: Students study famous works of art and artists, learning to critique and
appreciate art from a historical and aesthetic perspective.
• Personal Expression: Emphasis is placed on enabling students to express their thoughts,
feelings, and ideas through creative means.

7. Philosophy and Rationale
The philosophy of elementary art education is rooted in the belief that art fosters emotional,
social, and intellectual growth.
THE RATIONALE FOR INCLUDING ART IN K-12 EDUCATION CENTERS AROUND:
• Holistic Development: Art education helps develop fine motor skills, visual-spatial reasoning, and
emotional intelligence.
• Creative Problem Solving: Engaging in the arts encourages students to think creatively and solve
problems in innovative ways.
• Cultural Literacy: Art education introduces students to global cultures, promoting tolerance and
understanding.
• Self-expression and Confidence: Art allows students to communicate their inner thoughts and emotions,
fostering self-confidence and identity.

8. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
• Elements of Art: These are the building blocks of art creation:
• Line
• Shape
• Form
• Color
• Space
• Texture
• Value

9. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
•Line: A line is a continuous mark made by a tool, like a pencil, across a surface. It can be straight,
curved, thick, thin, or textured. The focus of using lines is to create boundaries, define shapes, or
convey movement and direction.
•Shape: Shapes are flat, enclosed areas created when a line connects back to itself. Common
shapes include circles, squares, and triangles. The focus is on using simple or complex shapes to
define spaces and objects in art.
•Form: Forms are three-dimensional objects like cubes, spheres, or cylinders. They have depth,
width, and height. The focus is on creating a sense of volume and mass, often by using shading or
perspective to make objects look 3D.
•Color: Color refers to the hues we see, such as red, blue, and yellow. The focus of color is on
using it to express emotions, create contrast, or highlight parts of an artwork. Colors also have value
(lightness or darkness) and intensity (brightness or dullness).

10. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
•Space: Space refers to the area in and around objects. There are two types of space—positive
space (the object itself) and negative space (the area around it). The focus is on how objects are
placed in relation to each other and how depth is created in art.
•Texture: Texture is how a surface feels or looks like it would feel, such as rough, smooth, bumpy, or
soft. The focus is on creating a tactile experience, either by actually touching the artwork or through
visual clues that suggest texture.
•Value: Value refers to the lightness or darkness of a color. The focus is on using different values to
create contrast, depth, and mood in a piece of art.

11. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
Principles of Design: Guidelines for organizing
and using the elements of art:
• Balance
• Contrast
• Emphasis
• Movement
• Pattern
• Rhythm
• Unity

12. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
•Balance: Balance refers to how the elements of art are arranged to create stability in a work.
It can be symmetrical (even on both sides) or asymmetrical (uneven but balanced). The focus
is on making sure no part of the artwork feels too heavy or off-balance.
•Contrast: Contrast involves using differences—like light vs. dark, rough vs. smooth, or large
vs. small elements—to make certain parts of the artwork stand out. The focus is on drawing
attention to specific areas or ideas within the piece.
•Emphasis: Emphasis is about highlighting the most important part of an artwork, often called
the focal point. The focus is on directing the viewer’s attention to a particular area of the
artwork.
•Movement: Movement guides the viewer's eye through the artwork in a specific direction. It
can be achieved through lines, shapes, and the arrangement of objects. The focus is on
creating a sense of action or flow within the piece.

13. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
•Pattern: Pattern refers to the repeated use of elements like shapes, lines, or
colors in a regular or organized way. The focus is on creating a sense of
consistency and structure within the artwork.
•Rhythm: Rhythm is similar to pattern but involves a more dynamic repetition of
elements to create a feeling of movement or flow. The focus is on creating visual
beats that lead the viewer’s eye across the artwork.
•Unity: Unity is about making sure all parts of the artwork feel connected and
harmonious. The focus is on ensuring that no element feels out of place and that
the artwork looks cohesive as a whole.

14. The Elements, Principles, and Process of
Art Education
Art Process:
• Ideation: Brainstorming and planning creative works.
• Creation: Using various media to bring ideas to life.
• Reflection: Reviewing and critiquing the work to understand its
strengths and areas of improvement.
• Exhibition: Presenting the art to an audience for feedback and
appreciation.

15. The Curriculum and the Classroom
In the classroom, the art curriculum is translated into day-to-day instruction. This
includes:
• Lesson Plans: Structured around specific learning objectives tied to the curriculum’s standards.
• Classroom Environment: A creative space that encourages experimentation, discussion, and hands-on learning.
• Materials and Resources: Access to a variety of art materials and tools, including traditional (paint, clay) and
digital (tablets, design software).
• Student-Centered Learning: Focusing on individual students' strengths, preferences, and progress.
• Exhibitions and Critiques: Providing opportunities for students to showcase their work and engage in
constructive critique sessions.
These components work together to create a comprehensive and inclusive elementary art education
experience within the K-12 framework.

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