Arts Education
Overview
The Arts Education program offers a comprehensive curriculum that explores visual arts for grades PreK–6 and 5–12. Students can delve into traditional techniques like drawing, painting and sculpture, as well as contemporary mediums such as photography, digital art and mixed media. Course titles include Experimental Drawing; Modern Art Seminar; Art, Light and Glass; Artistic Behavior; and Photography II with Lab. The program emphasizes both technical skills and critical thinking, providing students with a strong foundation for a successful career as art educators.
Through rigorous coursework, hands-on experiences and mentorship from experienced educators, you'll develop a deep understanding of art history, theory and practice. You'll also learn effective teaching strategies to inspire creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving in your students. Our program offers a comprehensive and enriching experience for aspiring art educators. By earning a master's degree from Gordon College and becoming a certified art teacher, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people by fostering their artistic abilities, creativity and expression.
| Degree | Master of Education, Initial Licensure, Professional Licensure |
|---|---|
| Program Level | Graduate |
| School | Herschend School of Education |
| Program Format | Online |
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Life after Gordon
What careers can I pursue with a degree in arts education?
- Art teacher
- Art therapist
- Museum educator
- Community artist
- Children's book illustrator
Gordon has been a place of incredible learning and growth, fueled by passionate instructors. All of my courses are driven by instructors’ aspirations to prepare us to go into our field and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and our schools.
Amanda Robinson
Master's of Education
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