Course Reference Number (CRN): Undergrads: 46006 | Grads: 46007
Through lecture, observation, practicum placements in schools, assigned readings, and artmaking, students will gain an understanding of theoretical foundations, content, curriculum and instructional methods used to teach art to secondary level students. This is a service-learning course, meaning that it is a credit-bearing educational experience in which students participate in an organized service activity that meets identified community needs, and reflect on the service activity to gain further understanding of course content, a broader appreciation of the discipline, and an enhanced sense of personal values and civic responsibility.
Offered once a year and required for all art education majors. Must be accepted to the program to take the class.
For education majors and related fields, this course probes intersections of visual culture, diversity, contemporary art, and pedagogy. Students investigate the pedagogical implications of visual culture studies grounded in critical theories of diversity, addressing race, ethnicity, gender, sex, disability, and class in the U.S. Relevant contemporary art is explored for educational significance.
This course will provide an introduction to conducting and understanding research in the field of art education. Participants will become familiar with a variety of research methods/methodologies/modes of thinking; will critically read, interpret and analyze research; and will develop an annotated bibliography and critical review of literature. The course is taught in a seminar format.Continue reading “Research Seminar in Art Education”
This course offers students interested in understanding the importance of visual arts in schools, museums, and community settings the opportunity to facilitate art experiences for learners. This course takes place at the Athenaeum, where students take on instructional roles for an after-school art program for middle school learners. More information about the program can beContinue reading “Art Education in School, Museum, and Community”