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A mastery of skills in creative ceramic arts is recommended for students in grades 9 through 12 before they attempt this quinmester course. Emphasis is upon students acquiring an understanding of the historical development of ceramics enabling them to identify outstanding ceramics of the past; basic kinds of ceramic art and ceramists frcm various countries; and several outstanding contemporary American ceramists. Other objectives are for students to master a working knowledge of clay preparation and handling, clay forming, decorating, glazing, and firing. The format, it outline form, includes information on rationale, guidelines, objectives, course content, suggestions for setting up criteria for evaluation, and pupil resources. Related documents are SO 005 207, SO 005 269, S