Overview
In addition to studying art fundamentals, art history and teaching art methods, students will explore a variety of mediums that also aid in their development as an artist and fosters and inspires the creative processes.
Career Opportunities
Prospective Art (prekK-12) teachers learn to be sensitive and compassionate to the unique needs, challenges and learning styles of a diverse adolescent student population. They develop critical thinking skills through an analysis of educational history, philosophy and psychology; measurement and evaluation of learning; and classroom management. They gain awareness of cultural diversity and the social and political contexts of education. Graduates of the education licensure program are prepared to serve in a variety of school settings, both public and private.
This program is based on state, regional, and national licensure criteria and testing competencies. Specific subject-matter courses, developed in collaboration with lead faculty in the discipline, build connections between theory and practice. Preparations in the subject major along with education courses, including field experiences, assist in leading to licensure.
The Ottawa University teacher education program is state approved in Kansas and Arizona and is also accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The requirements outlined here meet licensure standards for the state of Kansas. Completion of this program does not guarantee licensure or certification in other states.