Presents the results of a two-year study of the use of language in ceramics classes. Provides sample dialogues and data on several topics, including: (1) problems of subject terminology, (2) teachers' assumptions of student knowledge and understanding of the subject, and (3) the proportion of time given to the use of verbal language. (JDH)

Three approaches that teachers can use to incorporate related ideas into art history courses are discussed. They are parallelism, or the analogous developments in other spheres of study; the elucidation of the credo of a famous personage whose image has been perpetuated through art; and etymology. (RM)

Discusses problems in evaluating artistic ability, changing views on the appropriate content and methods for art education, and new research that reveals relationships between artistic and other intellectual abilities; briefly notes several studies on art programs for the gifted and talented. (MCG)

In a four-day project, students designed an imaginary gallery based on works in the Carnegie Institute's two museums--the Museum of Art and the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. (RM)

The life of the sculptor Henry Moore is briefly discussed and characteristics of his sculpture are described. Also included are lists of recommended films and books dealing with Moore, a student's guide to looking at sculpture, and sculpture activities for secondary students. (RM)

The KoalaPad, an advanced graphic tablet introduced in 1983, reduces the cost and the degree of programing background required to create sophisticated images on the microcomputer. The potentials of the KoalaPad for use in an art education program are discussed, and recommendations for creating a microcomputer graphics lab are presented. (RM)

A commentary on the life and work of Henri Matisse for use with secondary art students is provided. Exercises to use with the commentary are provided, and art activities are suggested. Annotated references are also included. (RM)

The College Board's report "Academic Preparation for College" (APC) claims that study and performance in the arts are essential for success in college. Discussed are the APC report and its development, the APC arts statement and its evolution, and problems and prospects for implementation of the arts competencies. (RM)

Henri Matisse painted "Open Window, Collioure" in the summer of 1905, when he and Andre Derain worked together in Collioure (France), a small Mediterranean fishing port near the Spanish border. This teaching guide discusses the painting "Open Window, Collioure" and Matisse's use of light and vibrant color. The guide provides…

The educational side of art education seems to be experiencing a revival with respect to the socio-political, environmental, and economic problems and disasters of a multinational and multicultural society today. A concept such as education through art seems to be worth reassessment. In that context, this paper considers Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack…

Describes a process and criteria for identifying high school students gifted in visual arts. Student portfolios were assessed by local professionals according to technical ability, problem-solving ability, communication of ideas, and inventiveness. The procedure selected students whose ability was at least three years above their grade level. (AM)

Describes a general design for high school student tours of museums based on research concerning effective tours and student interests. Summarizes one such tour in which students assumed the role of anthropologists when viewing art. (DS)

An effective approach to drawing instruction at the secondary level is through the exploration of unique materials and techniques. Two such approaches involve the use of physics and aesthetics--creations of drawings utilizing photographic processes. Methods of teaching direct light drawing and etched light drawing are presented. (Author/KC)

The author urges art educators to contribute to holistic education by emphasizing the unique and alternative modes of thinking and acting which are intrinsic to visual arts. He presents two exercises to help students develop a perceptual rather than conceptual or linguistic mode. (Author/SJL)

Described is the Advanced Placement Program in Studio Art which encourages in-depth involvement by basing one-third of its requirements on the student's demonstrated ability to select and develop a project which makes greater demands than the usual assignment. This special project phase is described in depth. (KC)