Bringing the community together
The University of Maine Art Education Community Outreach program is an intercultural program that acknowledges and celebrates the diversity found within both the state of Maine and the country we call home. UMAECO prides itself in supporting all peoples and especially those from minority populations.
About the Program
AED 474/574 is an advanced Topics course, with specific content varying according to current research in the field of art education. However, there are specific goals we hit each spring:
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To practice the procedures and methodologies to energize and support their future art programs by authentically integrating the art curriculum with a community service, outside of formal k-12 institutions. This includes practice and application of:
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negotiation, collaboration, technological, organizational, leadership, persuasive argumentation, formal and informal presentation, art teaching, business and research skills, among themselves, with a community partner, and the greater community.
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problem-finding, as well as problem-solving skills
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focused on a local community need.
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To engage in critical reflection on all aspects of their project
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To learn how to use technology and social media better to promote learning and/or promote the project
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To provide opportunities for the art education students to create professional materials to support their future careers within formal K-12 and community educational institutions.
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To consider, research, debate and ponder issues of relevancy, engagement, and professional ethics in art education
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To highlight and draw attention to the importance of the ceramics offerings at the University of Maine
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To highlight and draw attention to a community need or problem.
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To learn and practice graduate level research skills and project development.