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Overview
The Master of Arts in Art Education at James Madison University includes in-depth analysis of the methods and techniques for teaching studio art, art history, art criticism, aesthetics and visual culture. The program promotes graduates who are:
- Dedicated art education professionals.
- Articulate art education advocates.
- Charismatic leaders who demonstrate art education as a vital component of general education.
Goals
- To provide students with the structure, skills, core concepts and methods of inquiry for teaching and directing comprehensive art education programs, including: aesthetics, art criticism, art history, studio production and visual culture.
- To provide students with opportunities to create and evaluate art instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate an extensive range of strategies for teaching and evaluating art instruction, including the use of technology.
- To foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction among students for developing thesis papers and projects.
- To deepen a student's knowledge in a specific area of art education scholarly interest.
- To provide students with access to the latest research on how children learn and develop and how culture influences human development and creative artistic expression.
- To provide students with access to the latest research on how children learn to understand, appreciate, create and judge works of art.
- To provide students with opportunities to apply research to art lessons that support intellectual, social and personal development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Methods of Art Criticism
- Art Activities in the Elementary School
- Secondary Art Education Methods
- Special Studies in Art Education
- Content Area Literacy
- Foundations of American Education
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- The Art Education program accepts application on a rolling basis. Completed applications should be received at least 6 weeks prior to the start of the semester
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Visual Arts Art Education View 748 other Masters in Visual Arts in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Teaching philosophy (1 to 2 pages)
- Personal statement as an indication of preparation for graduate study
- Three letters of recommendation
- Sample lesson plan demonstrating comprehensive art education
- Evidence of current teaching license
- Praxis II Art Content Knowledge test is required. Applicants may submit a Praxis II Art test score of at least 158 or a copy of a current art teaching license.
Tuition Fee
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International
17760 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1184 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
17760 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1184 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
6990 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 466 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for Harrisonburg
1050 - 1715 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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