This is the first in a series of three Learning and Teaching Art and Design courses. Students are introduced to practices of art and design teaching and system structures including syllabus and classroom requirements. Participants learn the importance of preparation, planning and evaluation. Content includes perceptions of teaching, management of risk in the art and design classroom, developing instructional skill, and an introduction to professional ethics. The course focuses on students becoming familiar with teaching and learning requirements of younger students while becoming aware of school practices and structures, and developing confidence as preservice Art and/or design teachers. Course content is applied to classroom settings in SAED1491 stage 1 professional experience school placement.