Deck 10: Integrating the Arts

Question 1

When developing an integrated study of "Gardening," the teacher can include all of the following except:

A)Participate in music and movement activities that relate to gardening.
B)Add materials related to gardening in learning centers.
C)Provide art activities that focus on color and design.
D)Books and literature about gardening.
E)All of the above.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

Artist-in-residence programs:

A)Are more than performance/demonstration and include sustained work with children to learn about artists and techniques.
B)Help establish galleries and displays of the artist's work.
C)Provide funding to support artists working in schools and classrooms with children.
D)Both A and C.

Answer 2

D

Question 3

There are a number of different ways to ensure that the arts are included in programs for young children.Explain and distinguish:
A.Teaching with the arts,
B.Teaching about and in the arts, and
C.Teaching through the arts.Give examples of appropriate activities and/or experiences for young children using each of these approaches to clarify the differences between the three methods.

Answer 3

but the following elements should be included.
A.Teaching with the arts: In this approach the teacher includes the arts because he or she believes they are important and provide children with opportunities to be creative.The arts are used to support the learning of basic knowledge.For example music and movement can be used to learn about shapes and art can be used to represent things they are learning.
B.Teaching about and in the arts: In this approach children learn about the arts, artists, and techniques that may be used.Children use books and resources to support what they are learning.For example: The study of a specific illustrator of children's books such as Eric Carle whose art and the techniques he uses.Then children will experiment with the materials, techniques, and approaches they have learned about.
C.Teaching through the arts: In this approach the arts are considered content areas to be included throughout the curriculum and learning day of young children.In this environment children are immersed in an aesthetically beautiful environment and they live with the arts as an essential part of their program.

Question 4

Projects grow from:

A)Children's investigations and questions.
B)Goals that are determined by the teacher.
C)The predicable interests of most young children.
D)Long-term interests not related to in-depth study.
E)All of the above.

Question 5

It is important for an environment to be created for young children that will nurture their creativity.With this goal in mind, the teacher must:

A)Understand the artistic process.
B)Provide an environment that encourages experimentation.
C)Include time and materials to support artistic experiences.
D)All of the above.
E)None of the above.

Question 6

Explain and defend why the arts increase the learning opportunities and enjoyment of young children who are involved in an in-depth study in the early childhood classroom.Identify the learning that occurs, the social/emotional skills that it benefits, and the unique experiences that can be acquired through the use of the arts (music, drama, movement, and the visual arts).

Question 7

When choosing a topic or theme to be used with a group of Pre-K children, it is important to consider:

A)The interest of the teacher and the materials he or she has to use for the exploration.
B)The experiences and interest of the specific children in the classroom.
C)Materials already in the classroom that can be used for the topic.
D)All of the above.
E)None of the above.

Question 8

An Atelierista is a:

A)A place in Italy.
B)An expert in architecture.
C)A teacher who specializes in art in the Reggio Emilia schools.
D)A technique used in programs for young children.
E)All of the above.

Question 9

It is essential that a teacher of young children recognize a child's need for creative thought and expression because:

A)His or her attitude will inspire creative thinking and problem solving.
B)The teacher ultimately designs the environment in the classroom emphasizing what he or she believes is important.
C)The teacher is the most critical element in the transformation of the classroom into a place where these abilities are developed.
D)All of the above.
E)None of the above.

Question 10

Whenever new materials or tools are introduced to young children, it is critical that:

A)Time is provided for a period of exploration of the material and/or tool before an activity is begun.
B)There is a period of discussion about the possible uses for the material or tool.
C)They are taught how to use the materials or tools.
D)The activity is completed in a timely manner.
E)All of the above.

Question 11

The physical environment of the classroom should be designed to ensure the arts are an integral part of the children's learning.This can be done by creating a beautiful place for children and teachers with:

A)A variety of materials and choices are available so children can easily follow their ideas and create their projects.
B)Displays of the children's work should be attractively presented and valued.
C)A place where special treasure can be seen, explored, and enjoyed.
D)All of the above.
E)None of the above.

Question 12

Early childhood teachers' best practices should be guided by all of the following except:

A)Related professional organizations.
B)Books and articles on the topic.
C)Other teachers in the field.
D)Experts in the field.
E)What feels right.

Question 13

An integrated curriculum provides opportunity for children to be emerged in studies that:

A)Address only standards and content covered in standardized testing.
B)Focused on the content areas.
C)Include the arts in meaningful ways.
D)Both B and C.

Question 14

There are a number of professional organizations that have written about children's rights to the expressive arts.These include:

A)National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
B)Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI).
C)National Arts Education Association (NAEA).
D)All of the above.
E)None of the above.