The following requirements shall apply to the licensure of a visual arts teacher in grades K-12:

1. (a) To be licensed as a visual arts teacher, the candidate shall have:

   1. (1) At least a bachelor’s degree; and
   2. (2) Qualify for licensure under one of the alternatives in Ed 505.05 – Ed 505.07; and

2. (b) A candidate for licensure as a visual arts teacher shall have the following skills, competencies, and knowledge through a combination of academic and supervised practical experiences in following areas:

   1. (1) In the area of personal artistry and art making:

      1. a. Artistic knowledge demonstrated through a personal portfolio of artwork exhibiting synthesis of concept development, personal voice, and technical skill in at least one medium;

      2. b. Breadth of artistic knowledge demonstrated through a personal portfolio exhibiting development of technical skills and processes in each of the following art forms:

         1. 1. Two-dimensional techniques and processes, such as:

            1. (i) Observational drawings including objects, environment, and the figure and expressive drawing;
            2. (ii) Painting; and
            3. (iii) Printmaking;

         2. 2. Three-dimensional techniques and processes, such as:

            1. (i) Ceramics; and
            2. (ii) Sculpture;

         3. 3. New and emerging digital and electronic technologies, such as:

            1. (i) Free online programs; and
            2. (ii) Visual application software; and

         4. 4. One or more additional media, such as:

            1. (i) Fiber arts;
            2. (ii) Photography;
            3. (iii) Mixed media and materials;
            4. (iv) Cultural art forms;
            5. (v) Jewelry;
            6. (vi) Installation; and
            7. (vii) Non-traditional materials;
      3. c. Applying the creative process to the development of composition, subject matter, ideas, and selection of media, as demonstrated through a personal portfolio of artwork;
      4. d. Developing a personal statement or philosophy to be included in a personal portfolio of artwork that demonstrates an integration of personal iconography and ideas using a breadth of media techniques, styles, and forms of expression;
      5. e. A range of artistic methodologies from exploration to mastery for a variety of media, materials, and processes, showing related techniques and tools including proper care, safety, and use; and
      6. f. Critically evaluating their own artwork and the works of other artists through oral and written discourse;

   2. (2) In the area of visual literacy and presentation:

      1. a. Synthesizing foundational vocabulary to inform and develop a range of subject matter, symbols, and ideas in the creation and analysis of art including:

         1. 1. Elements including line, space, color, shape, form, value, and texture; and
         2. 2. Principles of design including balance, proportion, emphasis and contrast, unity and harmony, pattern, movement, and rhythm;
      2. b. Analyzing the expressive, representational, and symbolic characteristics of the visual language;
      3. c. Displaying, presenting, and exhibiting artwork in a variety of settings, platforms of technology, and in diverse contexts that are educationally informative to multiple audiences;
      4. d. Proficiency in the presentation of written and oral artist statements, exhibition statements, or both; and
      5. e. Understanding copyright law and fair use practices in relation to personal art making;

   3. (3) In the area of history, culture, and aesthetic context:

      1. a. Interpreting and responding to ideas, experiences, the environments of the visual arts of various cultures, and cultural constructs and influences;
      2. b. The ability to recognize the importance of art in different cultures and the different symbolic meanings;
      3. c. An understanding of global art history and how visual art is an integral component of history and the human experience from early cultures to contemporary times;
      4. d. Identifying, analyzing, and applying criteria for making visual aesthetic judgments from cultural, historical, and personal perspectives; and
      5. e. The ability to reflect on and assess one’s artwork and the work of others, recognizing and considering a variety of viewpoints and using methods of art criticism; and

   4. (4) In the area of curriculum and assessment:

      1. a. Designing and advocating for a comprehensive K-12 visual arts program that:

         1. 1. Facilitates the development of artistic skill, creative processes, and aesthetic understanding sequentially over time, with opportunities for students to self-assess and reflect;
         2. 2. Is consistent with RSA 193-C: 3, III;
         3. 3. Includes art making and other materials appropriate to the diverse needs, interests, and capacities of all students;

         4. 4. Includes opportunities and resources available beyond the visual art classroom, such as:

            1. (i) Museums;
            2. (ii) Galleries;
            3. (iii) Artist studios;
            4. (iv) Community artists; and
            5. (v) Recognition programs;
         5. 5. Can be made available to all students by designing and constructing modifications to visual art tools and materials that meet unique student needs;
         6. 6. Integrates global art history into the visual art curriculum by making traditional, popular, and contemporary art from a wide range of cultures accessible and available to students;
         7. 7. Plans and implements lessons that connect thinking skills, concepts, and themes among the visual arts and other disciplines to create meaning through art making;
         8. 8. Integrates current technologies and multimedia to enhance and develop curricula that allows students opportunities to make art and document and display their artwork through the use of various media;
         9. 9. Introduces students to a variety of career options and assists students in investigating career options, when appropriate; and
         10. 10. Guides students in the creation of their personal and professional portfolios, when appropriate; and
      2. b. Developing and applying multiple formal and summative assessment methods specific to visual art to determine students’ attainment of art-based competencies.

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