Art and Design Education, M.S. Student Learning Outcomes

Student Learning Outcomes and Proposed Methods for Collecting Data (from Assessment Plan)

Creativity: Demonstrate a high level of competence in a range of studio arts with proficiency in at least one art form.
Scholarship: Reveal a broad and deep knowledge of children’s artistic development (K-12 students’ graphic, physical, intellectual, social and psychological development) and a high level proficiency in designing and implementing imaginative and effective learning experiences for K12 students using contemporary art educational practices.
Communication: Apply highly effective written, verbal, nonverbal, and visual communication skills; effective selection of appropriate modes of communication to foster K-12 student learning; and the advanced ability to analyze and interpret visual culture.
Collaboration: Collaborate with peers and other members of the professional community in a highly effective manner and serve diverse students and communities in a variety of educational settings.
Professionalism: Exhibit a high level of socially responsible behaviors and responsibility for their own learning.
Research: Demonstrate depth and breadth in their knowledge of art education research, history and philosophy and the ability to use research skills to advance student learning.

AAE updated February 2019

Accreditation, Assessment and Evaluation
Swen Parson 316
aae@niu.edu