Nov 25, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Art Education, MA

Location(s): Online


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Our Master’s in Arts in Art Education program is designed to enrich and expand upon the knowledge and skills of educators passionate about art and its pedagogy. Spanning 30 credits and offered in a flexible online format, this program caters to art educators looking to deepen their understanding of artistic techniques, art history, and contemporary trends in art education. Through a blend of theoretical inquiry and practical application, students will explore innovative teaching methodologies, curriculum design, and the integration of technology in art instruction. Emphasizing both creative expression and scholarly inquiry, the curriculum encourages critical reflection on the role of art in education and society. Graduates will emerge prepared to inspire and empower their students through engaging and culturally responsive art education practices, fostering a lifelong appreciation for creativity and visual literacy.

Advisement Sheet  

Student Learning Outcomes


  • Compare approaches for building leadership capacity and community-building in art education.
  • Expand on strategies for teaching and learning in art using multiple perspectives.
  • Collaborate to develop culturally relevant learning experiences which are connected to the partice of contemporary artists.
  • Analyze art education research and interpret directions for the future of art education in local contexts.
  • Investigate and document the significance of art education practice in a specific community.

Curriculum Requirements


Total Core Credits Required: 9


Total Advanced Credits Required: 15


Related Electives


Related Requirements


Incoming students must hold an undergraduate degree in art, art education, or museum studies

Total Number of Credits to Complete the Program: 30


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