Summarizes the efforts of teachers at all levels of education to prepare students with the basics of art education. Describes the art foundations program of the Maryland Institute College of Art, and concludes that perceptual drawing is the most basic of all art subjects. (JDH)

A unique summer program for art students and teachers who wish to go beyond the conventional boundaries of the visual and performing arts is described. (CK)

This article attempts to project the effects present directions and curriculum patterns in art education will have on young people who experience them. nRC)

Secondary students are asked to study and compare three reproductions--Van Gogh's "Grove of Cypresses," Da Vinci's "Study of a Tree," and Mondrian's "Tree II." The activity will help students develop their powers of observation and analysis, powers that can be applied to their own drawings. (RM)

In this article, the author discusses the art of memory-based drawing. Memory-based drawing represents but one part of a broad range of activities used in drawing instruction. Other sources involve the use of fantasy, doodling, problem-solving, and illustrating. Other ways of working from one's personal history involve keeping illustrated…

A program to reward exceptional art teachers, sponsored by the Chroma Acrylics Corporation, is described. Application procedures, conditions, award winners, and the projects they plan with the award money are covered. (IS)

Describes the National Arts and Presidential Scholars Awards programs, ARTS (Arts Recognition and Talent Search), a competition open to high school students who are high achievers in the visual arts, dance, music, theater, and writing. Some award-winning artwork of 1981 illustrates the article. (Author/SJL)

The use of media in a school arts program to widen the perceptual horizons of elementary and junior high school students is discussed. (CK)

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)

Drawing is one of the first forms of art, both in historical terms and in terms of a child's development. Once in school, children should continue to draw and should be encouraged to draw better. Children learn to draw by drawing and by examining the drawings of others. (RM)

Discussed is the advanced Placement Program in Studio Art, which provides an opportunity for students with above average abilities in art to receive credit for their work in the college or art school of their choice while still in high school. (Author/RK)

The nature of visual giftedness is often misunderstood. Although skillful, accurate rendering and effective use of art media are commonly observed characteristics, talent also can draw upon intellect, creativity, and personal attitudes and traits which, if neglected, can keep a child from realizing artistic potential. This guide provides basic…

A case is make for the incorporation of an international dimension into the preparation of art teachers. Ways are suggested for integrating global education into a program of teacher education. Research and literature pertaining to the definition of art, the acceleration of interest in global education among art teachers, shared beliefs, student…