Arts Education, MAT at George Mason University

The Master of Arts in Teaching in Art Education (MAT I) is a pre-service degree program that prepares students with a BFA degree or equivalent for PreK-12 art licensure by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Using a studio-based approach to art education and working closely with area public school systems, the MAT degree consists of 30 credits of graduate art education, school practicum experience, studio work, and pre-service teaching internship and seminar. Available Concentrations This degree program has two options: one for those seeking certification (MAT I) as well as one for licensed art teachers who are continuing education (MAT II).

Faculty: College of Visual and Performing Arts  |  Duration: 30 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Fairfax, VA, United States

What you will study

Total 30 credits. Curriculum courses listed include Introduction to Art Teaching and Learning; Issues and Research in Art Education; Two-Dimensional Art Making and Differentiated Instruction; Three-Dimensional Art Making Across Cultures; Elementary Art Education; Secondary Art Education.

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