Art Education Theory

Catalog description

Includes the theoretical, historical, philosophical, and sociological underpinnings of the field of Art Education. Intensive study of the historical and chronological development of Art Education will be featured. Significant trends and movements which have defined Art Education over the last century will be presented. ARED 2020 is also designed to apply the theories learned through presenting the unique interpretations, insights, creative processes, and artistic practices of select contemporary artists and art educators. The course emphasizes the visual, conceptual, and practical applications of contemporary art practices in today’s K-12 schools. The course provides engaging activities and projects that aim to provoke, inspire, and stimulate pre-service art education students to become innovators in their future art classrooms. Must earn a grade of B or better to gain course credit and move forward in the program.