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The course comprises four modules. All modules include literature study, lectures, seminars, group exercises, workshops, and oral, written, and practical assignments, individually and in groups.

Module 1: Subject theory and pedagogy of Visual Arts (7.5 ECTS cr)

The module provides an overview of the history and development of the visual arts in education. Different pedagogical approaches in teaching visual arts are problematised and the curriculum for grades 4-6 are discussed and analysed in terms of content. The module is based on examples from different art and visual art traditions that provide a basis for discussion, interpretation, and expression. The basics of two-dimensional image production are treated in terms of process and product. Students work in laborative and explorative processes with handicraft techniques, materials, and methods and learn to use colours, image elements, and composition to create different visual expressions. Digital tools and their use in creative work and as pedagogical support are treated. Methods for conversation, reflection, and documentation regarding process and product are treated and applied in relation to their own and other people's creative work.

Module 2: Image, space and visual thinking (7.5 ECTS cr)

Aspects of space and environment representation are treated and problematised in relation to three-dimensional art with explorative and problem-solving character. Choosing materials for three-dimensional art is discussed from environmental and sustainability perspectives. Basic drawing techniques and space creating methods in images are treated as well as the importance of drawing in visual thinking and function in creative processes. Digital techniques are used as tools for image editing, documentation, and presentation regarding process and product in a thematic art project. Subject-specific teaching perspectives are presented and discussed throughout the module in relation to course content.

Module 3: Image communication and visual culture (7.5 ECTS cr)

The module introduces and deals with visual culture, visual communication, and image narration in relation to children's image development, meaning-creation, and learning. Different methods to analyse, interpret, and critically review image expression for different purposes in various media are treated and applied in exercises and assignments. Image creation is practiced in the form of image narration with different communicative and functional aims with the help of digital and analogue tools. Methods for documenting and presenting visual art works with the help of different tools and digital techniques are applied. Theoretical and subject-specific teaching perspectives are related to issues of identity, democracy, and diversity.

Module 4: Product and process in Visual Arts teaching (7.5 ECTS cr)

The module deals with the primary school curriculum for the Visual Arts subject. Theories and methods for learning, grading, and assessment in Visual Arts based on the criteria of product and process assessment are treated and problematised. Students develop a proposal applying experiences from previous modules to design, implement, and document a thematic image project for pupils in grades 4-6. The project must have a clear subject-specific teaching perspective and reflect subject integration and approaches based on current curricula. Students have the opportunity to explore and reflect upon how viewing, representation, reflection, and communication can interact in organising, conducting, and evaluating teaching in Visual Arts.

Progressive specialisation: G1F (has less than 60 credits in first‐cycle course/s as entry requirements)

Education level: Undergraduate level

Selection:

Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.