Bachelor of Science in Education (BSEd) in Art Education

All NSU art degree programs are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD), the nation’s pre-eminent accrediting body for art and design. Degree program are for students who, 1) are interested in art as a profession; 2) wish to become K-12 art teachers; 3) want to do creative explorations in art and design; and 4) want to develop an understanding and appreciation of art. Professors and staff work closely with students to help students achieve their educational and career goals and enforce an open door “one-on-one” policy with all students. Students will find recently renovated and modernized, spacious studios and labs to explore art education, art history, graphic design, digital design, drawing 2D and 3D design, painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, printmaking and fiber arts. The large 2D studio space features natural light, hardwood floors and eight studio spaces for junior and senior art students. There is a comfortable student lounge, classrooms for design, drawing, and painting, and a modern film-based photo darkroom. There are facilities for ceramics, printmaking and sculpture. The ceramics area features a generous work area with three electric and two gas kilns. This program is for students interested in teaching K-12 art, and having a minor in other areas of study. Certification requires methods and student teaching at both elementary and secondary levels. ARTE 310 - K-8 Art Methods, and ARTE 414 - K-12 Art Methods, are also required. Students majoring in elementary education, who also want a major in art, must complete both the art and elementary education programs. BSEd majors must also complete the professional education coursework in K-12 certification. Education requirements for Art Education Major (BSEd): ARTE 310 - K-8 Art Methods 2 credits ARTE 414 - K-12 Art Methods 3 credits EDER 415 - Educational Assessment 2 credits EDFN 338 - Foundations of American Education 2 credits EDFN 440 - Classroom Management 2 credits EDFN 442 - Meeting the Diverse Needs of Students and Their Families 2 credits EDFN 475 - Human Relations 3 credits ELRN 385 - Educational Technology and Distance Teaching 3 credits EPSY 302 - Educational Psychology 3 credits EPSY 428 - Child and Adolescent Development 2 credits INED 411 - South Dakota Indian Studies 3 credits SEED 400 - Methods and Media for Middle/High School 2 credits SEED 450 - 7-12 Reading and Content Literacy 2 credits SEED 496 - Field Experience 1-12 credits (1 credit for this program) SPED 100 - Introduction to Persons With Exceptionalities 3 credits ELED 488 - K-8 Student Teaching 2-16 credits (4 credits for this program) SEED 488 - 7-12 Student Teaching 2-16 credits (4 credits for this program) Praxis II (Content) Test Total: 43 credits ART 111 - Drawing I 3 credits ART 112 - Drawing II 3 credits ART 121 - Design I 2D 3 credits ART 231 - Painting I 3 credits ART 241 - Sculpture I 3 credits ART 251 - Ceramics I 3 credits ART 470 - Creative Photo Techniques II 3 credits ART 488 - Senior Thesis 2 credits ART 489 - Senior Exhibition 1 credit ARTH 211 - History of World Art I 3 credits ARTH 212 - History of World Art II 3 credits ARTH 311 - History of World Art III 3 credits Art electives (ART 123 recommended) 3 credits Total: 36 credits