Art Education MA
Program Purpose
Designed for education professionals, this program is intended to give students deeper understanding of historical trends in the field and prepare them for research, scholarly writing and leadership. This program develops each student's artistic practice within the context of current issues in contemporary art. Student gain stronger ties to art educational organizations and scholarly networks through writing, conferences, professional involvement and service. Students conduct reflective research and explore topics of consequence in art and education.
Learning Outcomes
Designed for education professionals, this program is intended to give students deeper understanding of historical trends in the field and prepare them for research, scholarly writing and leadership. This program develops each student's artistic practice within the context of current issues in contemporary art. Student gain stronger ties to art educational organizations and scholarly networks through writing, professional involvement and service. Students conduct reflective research and explore topics of consequence in art and education.
Studio PracticeStudents will further develop their personal artistic practice in relation to current discourses related to contemporary art and their own pedagogy.
Students will demonstrate understanding and knowledge of historical trends in art, design, and education and the ability to access relevant sources of research and commentary within these fields.
Students will contribute to a strong collaborative community network through leadership and service within a graduate cohort and among various art education professional organizations.
Students will actively participate and contribute to the field as researchers and practitioners.
Students will demonstrate the ability to consider complex questions and personal responsibilities associated with art and education in the light of gospel principles and through their experiences as researchers, artists, and teachers.
Students will conduct reflective research within their own teaching contexts and explore and contribute to significant topics within the field.