ART 6630 Art Criticism and Aesthetic Inquiry

A study of issues in art criticism and aesthetics, including artistic theories and the analysis and evaluation of works of art.  Criticism and analysic of specific works are examined. Creative, pedagogical and social implications are emphasized. Only available at the Demorest campus during summer semester.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

Summer Only

Student Learning Outcomes

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

1. Develop an advanced working knowledge of Art Criticism and Aesthetics as a pedagogical approach to PK-12 Visual Art Education.
2. Revisit both historically significant works of art and contemporary works of art, theories, and artistic concepts as they apply to children born of a different era.
3. Research and evaluate both professional and personal works of art in the hopes of providing contemporary exemplars and living artists’ work as a model for students concerning artistic practice.
4. Produce evidence of scholarly, literary, and artistic endeavor in preparation for the final capstone presentation.
5. Design and implement a research project reflecting familiarity with current research and innovative teaching strategies. CCLO 1, 7, 8, 10 [QEP] [INTASC Standards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10]
6. Utilize the principles of critical thinking to synthesize coursework and experiences in the School of Education. CCLO 2, 7, 8, 9, 10 [QEP] [INTASC Standards 6, 9, 10]
7. Design assessment strategies that foster teamwork, constructive criticism, higher order and critical thinking skills to develop the student’s sense of creativity and pride in their original work. CCLO 3, 6, 8, 10 [QEP] [INTASC Standards 1, 2, 3, 8]
8. Assess and plan instruction for students of all ability levels and cultural backgrounds and with varied intelligences and learning styles. CCLO 4, 6, 7, 8 [QEP] [INTASC Standards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7]
9. Understand and use a variety of instructional strategies to encourage the development of all students’ creative talents, critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills. CCLO 5, 8 [QEP] [INTASC Standards 1, 2, 3, 4]
10. Utilize print and non-print media in the development and presentation of a culminating project to synthesize all experiences in the degree program. CCLO 2, 4, 6, 8 [QEP] [INTASC Standard 6]