Teacher (Art) Education

Art (B.A.) Core Curriculum ♦ Teacher (Art) Education Option Curriculum

Classes in Teacher (Art) Education include the study of fundamental concepts and theories in education, and exploration of art studio processes, materials, and activities for K-12 students. As preparation for K-12 art teacher certification, courses also cover the symbolic development of children, and instructional planning and methodologies. An important element of the degree program is the development of the teaching portfolio necessary for Kentucky teacher certification, but students are also guided in their preparation for the art and art education content questions of the PRAXIS national teacher examination.

Candidates earning a degree that leads to teacher certification must take the PRAXIS Series (Professional Assessments for Beginning Teachers) and PLT (Principles of Learning and Teaching) exams as a requirement for graduation. Candidates are encouraged to review the schedule for PRAXIS and PLT registration deadlines prior to beginning the senior year. Specialty exams are required for each certification area sought and it may take more than one test date to complete all requirements. Candidates should confer with their education advisor/counselor to determine the most optimal time to take required exams.

The Department's only graduate degree program is an Art option within the College of Education's Master of Arts in Education degree. Studio and classroom instruction are again provided by Art faculty to meet the needs and interests of graduate students seeking to specialize in Art Education at the secondary level.