Field experience/observation hours: 30 clock hours in a public or private school setting. This course discusses and analyzes some philosophical issues in art and education, and their historical context. Students analyze the differences between and similarities among many philosophies, and examine how each led to and affect one another as well as society and culture. At the conclusion of this course, students will develop an individualized philosophy of art and education. Students will be able to identify theories and philosophies in action through readings, discussions, and field observations in K-12 classrooms, and they will better understand current debates in art education and how they affect society and culture. Prerequisite: WO 1060 Philosophy of Art + Design; must be an Art Education major