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Art Education

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art Education

Our Art Education program gives you the tools and experience to transform your passion for art into an inspiring career through a combination of studio practice, art history, and innovative teaching methods.

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

48 Credit Hours

Doctor of Fine Arts (DFA)

60 Credit Hours

MASTER DEGREES

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Emphasis Courses

MF 510: Art Education Theory and Practice (3)
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This comprehensive course bridges theoretical frameworks and practical application in art education, providing an in-depth exploration of diverse pedagogical approaches. It integrates biblical principles to explore how spirituality can enhance teaching methods and student interactions in various educational environments.

MF 511: Art Education Research Methods (3)
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Focused on educational research within the art domain, this course equips students to conduct rigorous research. Biblical perspectives on truth and knowledge will be woven into discussions of qualitative and quantitative methods, emphasizing how these insights can guide ethical research practices.

MF 512: Contemporary Issues in Art Education (3)
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Engaging with the evolving landscape of art education, this course addresses contemporary challenges and opportunities. Students will consider how biblical views on diversity, technology, and justice can inform advocacy and policy-making in art education.

MF 513: Art Education Curriculum Development (3)
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Offers a detailed guide to designing art education curricula, emphasizing responsiveness to educational standards and student needs. Biblical concepts of learning and human development will be discussed to enhance curriculum effectiveness and moral responsibility in teaching.

MF 514: Studio Practice in Art Education (3)
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This practical course allows students to enhance their artistic skills and instructional strategies. The integration of biblical themes in art-making will be explored, emphasizing creation as an act of worship and reflection of divine beauty.

MF 515: Philosophy of Art Education (3)
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Examines the philosophical underpinnings of art education, engaging students in reflective consideration of educational philosophies. Biblical philosophies of education will be introduced, discussing their influence on teaching practices and student learning.

MF 516: Assessment in Art Education (3)
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Concentrates on assessment principles in art education, outlining methods to gauge learning and instructional impact. The course will incorporate biblical principles of fairness, integrity, and stewardship in assessment practices.

MF 517: Arts Integration in Education (3)
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This course explores strategies for integrating arts across the curriculum in K-12 settings. Students will learn how to create interdisciplinary lessons that incorporate visual and performing arts to enhance student learning in other subject areas, guided by biblical principles of creativity and holistic education.

DOCTORAL DEGREES

doctor of Fine Arts (DFA)

Emphasis Courses

DF 810: Pedagogical Strategies in Art Education (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 811: Contemporary Art Education Leadership (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 812: Curriculum Design and Implementation (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 813: Advanced Theories in Art Education (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 814: Research Methods in Art Education (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 815: Global Perspectives in Art Education (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 816: Technology Integration in Art Education (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 817: Art Education Policy and Advocacy (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 818: Cultural and Social Diversity (4)

4 CREDITS

DF 819: Critical Analysis and Evaluation (4)

4 CREDITS