ART 6675 Special Topics in Art History

Selected topics and research problems in art history. Emphasis on individualized research with professional and/or pedagogical applications. May be repeated for credit.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Understand the role contemporary art can play in the educational process and its place in our society.
2. Develop an understanding of artistic and aesthetic expression, historical and cultural perspectives, and critical analysis of contemporary works.
3. Develop the ability and vocabulary for evaluating and understanding contemporary modes of artistic expression that can be applied within the k-12 art room.
4. Apply theories and philosophies of contemporary art and educational practices to actual educational situations.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the creative process.
6. Identify and express concepts, terms, and facts related to contemporary art and art education.
7. Use knowledge of creative processes and aesthetic principles to understand humans and the world around them.
8. Use the elements and principles of design and art vocabulary to respond to works of art.
9. Explain how products of creative expression reflect, respond to, and shape his/her social, religious, political, and/or intellectual contexts.
10. Critique works of art using advanced art vocabulary and recognize links to various subject areas.
11. Describe the use and value of visual arts in daily life, the workplace, and the community.
12. Gain an appreciation for the diversity of values of others and how that can inform their own values.
13. Analyze how design elements and principles are used to achieve an aesthetic effect.
14. Understand contemporary art contains a variety of styles, techniques, and characteristics that reflect various issues, cultures, and subjects.