The Mapping International Art Education Histories Conference is structured into seven significant segments aimed at art teacher education. Over a span of three days, participants have the opportunity to earn continuing education credits in one of these seven distinct areas.
I. Understanding International Art Education Histories
- Introduction to non-western contexts of art education history.
- Comparison between traditionally focused Anglo-European and North American contexts and non-western contexts.
II. Impact of Major Events and Overlooked Figures in Art Education
- Exploring key events and figures within both national and international realms of art education.
- Analyzing contemporary relevance of these historical aspects.
III. Fostering New Interpretations of International Art Education
- Strategies for raising alternate questions about international art and design education histories.
- Techniques to foster new interpretations in classroom discussions.
IV. Promoting Geographic and Linguistic Diversity in Art Education
- Methods for including diverse geographic and linguistic participation in the classroom.
- Role of diversity in enriching the discourse in the field of art education.
V. Amplifying Marginalized Histories in Art Education
- Identifying marginalized histories in art education.
- Strategies for integrating these histories into the curriculum and teaching methods.
VI. Understanding Meaning Making in Historical Research
- Exploring how historical research and representations create meaning.
- Applying this understanding to art education practice.
VII. Adapting Conference Insights for Various Teaching Environments
- Strategies for adapting insights for in-person teaching environments.
- Strategies for adapting insights for remote teaching environments.
Assessment Methods:
The Mapping International Art Education Histories Conference offers a unique opportunity for participants to delve into seven pivotal areas of art education. The structure of the conference allows for a deep exploration into each area and an opportunity to apply these learnings, thereby enriching your own educational practice and contributing to the field of art education as a whole. This is achieved through a series of assessments designed to challenge your understanding and encourage active application of conference insights. Here, we present the intended assessments for each key area and participants can select one area that resonates the most with their teaching and learning.
I. Understanding International Art Education Histories:
Participants are expected to write a reflective essay where they compare and contrast the traditionally focused Anglo-European and North American contexts with non-western contexts in art education.
II. Impact of Major Events and Overlooked Figures in Art Education:
Participants will present a case study of a major event or overlooked figure from the art education history, examining its contemporary relevance.
III. Fostering New Interpretations of International Art Education:
Participants will develop and submit a lesson plan that incorporates alternate questions and new interpretations of international art and design education histories.
IV. Promoting Geographic and Linguistic Diversity in Art Education:
Participants will create and share a detailed strategy for including diverse geographic and linguistic participation in their classrooms, providing examples of how this can be integrated into the curriculum.
V. Amplifying Marginalized Histories in Art Education:
Participants will develop a mini-curriculum or project plan focusing on a marginalized history in art education, demonstrating how this history could be integrated into their teaching.
VI. Understanding Meaning Making in Historical Research:
Participants will prepare a written analysis of a piece of historical research, discussing how it creates meaning both locally and globally.
VII. Adapting Conference Insights for Various Teaching Environments:
Participants will develop a detailed plan outlining how they will adapt and implement the insights and strategies gained from the conference in both in-person and remote teaching environments.
Please remember that each assessment is tailored to the specifics of the course and its learning objectives. Your feedback and grading will be structured to promote your learning and improvement. Remember, the goal is not just to assess your learning, but to facilitate your growth as an art educator.