Course overview
This course will provide students with foundational knowledge of arts education - its history, theories, and practices - pertinent to their future roles as secondary school arts educators in visual arts, drama and creative arts. Students will undertake a critically reflective audit of their existing knowledge, skills, and understanding in visual arts, drama and creative arts in relation to curriculum frameworks and professional standards. Through practical learning activities, students will learn about a range of arts pedagogies and plan for progression and assessment in the arts. Readings in the history and philosophy of arts education will support theoretical underpinnings for all course content.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply knowledge in visual arts, drama and creative arts education
- Document and plan authentic arts education learning experiences in relation to pertinent curriculum frameworks
- Critically reflect on arts practice and pedagogy as graduate arts educators
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