An introduction to methods of inquiry in art education exploring connections between theory, personal interest, and experience, professional development and praxis, discursive and performative practices, and historical and contemporary scholarship.
Athena Title
Intro to Inquiry in Art Ed
Non-Traditional Format
This course will be taught 95% or more online.
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student learning Outcomes
Students will have an introductory level understanding of inquiry in the field of art education.
Students will gain basic art education inquiry skills.
Students will develop inquiry topics that explore connections between theory, personal interest and experience, professional development and praxis, discursive and performative practices, and historical and contemporary scholarship.
Students will design ideas for an inquiry project that yields contributions to the field of art education and is connected to their art educational practices.
Topical Outline
Introduction to Art Ed Inquiry: Students are introduced to a variety of approaches to inquiry in art education through readings and practical explorations.
Methods of Inquiry: Students engage in analytical, reflective, and arts-based practices for investigating sites of inquiry to develop inquiry skills.
Applications of Theory and Practice: Project development - examples of inquiry projects in art education are studied as inspiration for future projects to be developed by the students.
