Art education

The program in art education is multidimensional, focusing on issues related to art curriculum, art instruction, assessment, art teacher education, and policy studies. Students have opportunities to conduct research in urban and suburban school settings, in museum education programs, within the initial teacher licensure program at the University, and in schools that have implemented comprehensive, cumulative, visual arts curricula. They can also focus their inquiry in the area of staff development in the arts and on national and regional guidelines for arts education.

Program faculty work closely with national, state, and local level art education initiatives, encouraging graduate students to collaborate in the development, analysis, and implementation of art-related programs.

Degree program information

• Ph.D.: for experienced professionals who want to develop advanced research, knowledge, and leadership skills in their chosen field
• M.A.: a research-based masters degree for individuals who want to develop research and teaching skills, and advanced knowledge in their chosen field

The following program links will take you to Student Services

• M.Ed./initial licensure in art education: for individuals seeking licensure to teach in K-12 settings

• M.Ed./professional studies in art education: for licensed teachers and other professionals interested in gaining advanced knowledge and skills with specific emphasis in art education education

Advising

Advising for M.Ed. students is offered through Student Services. Advisers, forms, and other information can be found on the Student Services Web site.

• M.Ed. Handbook

Faculty

• James Bequette
  My research interests include culturally relevant arts education, teacher professional development, and the role arts education plays in charter schools.
• Faith Clover
  My research and teaching interests focus on curriculum development and the aesthetic development of children and adults with a special emphasis on diverse populations.

May 2006