Art Education, PK-12 Certification

Required Course

Examine the ways in which educational institutions and the teachers within them structure learning experiences for various students depending in part on their interpretations of these students' "differences." Educators must be aware of issues that may arise due to at least two factors:

1. Differences between teachers' and students' backgrounds
2. How aspects of identity are framed and understood by teachers, parents, students and school administrators

Required Course

An examination of the philosophy, psychology, and literature of art education as the basis for developing and evaluating art curriculum and instruction.

Required Course

Through a variety of learning strategies and experiences, students become familiar with current special education theory, practice, advocacy and legislation, and gain expertise on best practices to ensure access equity and quality education for every student.