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"Estimated Probability of Competing in Athletics Beyond the High School Interscholastic Level - NCAA.org." Public Home Page - NCAA.org. Web. 29 Mar. 2011. . This is a chart created by the NCAA tracking the estimated probability of high school athletes actually becoming professional athletes. This is the definitive source on the success rate of student-athletes and their chances of enjoying professional success in their chosen athletic careers. One of the arguments for the distribution of department funding is based on potential careers for students post-graduation. A greater deal of money is put into athletics department, and while they do help the school generate money, this chart shows the very, very low rate of student-athletes that actually go on to become professional athletes. This shows that not properly funding an art program based on career opportunities is hypocritical at the least.
Hetland, Lois, Ellen Winner, Shirley Veenema, and Kimberly M. Sheridan. Studio Thinking: The Real Benefits of Arts Education. New York: Teachers College, 2007. Print. In this text the authors address the benefits, practices and teaching techniques found in successful art instruction programs. The Authors are well credentialed members of the Harvard Project Zero, an initiative for the furthering of the arts in academics. Chapter One: Making the Case for the Arts is of particular interest as it relates to this essay because it outlines the value of an art program to it's students based on it's own merit and not as a supplementary to other disciplines of study. This is a compelling and skillfully drafted argument with a great deal of research and insight.
"An Interview with Del Parson." Personal interview. 03 Mar. 2011. An interview with Professor Parson on his purposes and method for trying to get a 4 year art program at DSC. He speaks about the practical nature of the reason for not having the program so far, and what it needed for a program to exist at DSC, including some history of events and what action is currently being taken on the issue.. This one of the most valuable resources for this essay since it comes straight from the source of the individual most directly involved in implementing a 4 year at degree at DSC, and is the most up to date information and most directly applicable to my essay. This interview is very important to understanding the argument and the practical nature of both sides of the issue. Professor Parson was very candid and his words will be very influential on the direction of this paper. The most interesting aspect is the practical nature of how the school funnels it's funding in it's programs and the potential income the school could get from having a 4 year program. Furthermore, it illustrates just how much effort is being put into the process of securing an accredited BFA program for DSC, including just exactly why such a program would be important for the school's and the student body's enrichment.
"An Interview with Glen Blakely." Personal interview. 16 Apr. 2011.
Kvapil, Jay. Consultative Visitor's Report. Rep. Dixie State College, 2011. Print. Mr. Kvapil was invited to visit Dixie State College and asked to review both its art and visual technologies departments in an effort to assess what changes needed to be made before DSC could credibly apply for an accredited 4 year program from the NASAD. In the report Mr. Kvapil outlines the shortages in proper staffing, the overabundance of adjunct professors, alterations to the facilities and integration of the visual technologies department. Jay Kvapil is a consultant for the NASAD and therefore is a valuable resource. This is the most current overview and authoritative opinion on the state of DSC's progress toward implementing a BFA program. His report is a solid argument toward what changes need to be made and acts as the criteria that must be addressed by the college. This report also shows just how close DSC is to fulfilling the requirements for accreditation. His recommendations read like a checklist that can be followed, which would make a Bachelor's of Arts program at DSC a reality.
Lavender, Randall. "The Subordination of Aesthetic Fundamentals in College Art Instruction." The Journal of Aesthetic Education 37.3 (2003): 41-57. Print. In this article Proff Randal illustrates the practical tools that art majors should have, and the type of curriculum that would be most valuable to college level art majors. I find some things in this article to be valuable, especially as they relate to Professor Parson's opinion that art students should be taught practical skills that can help them have financially secure careers. The kind of education being outlined in this article is the kind of education that the art department are striving to implement at DSC.
NASAD Handbook 2010-11. Reston: Natl Assn of Sch of Art&Design, 2010. Print. This is the official Handbook for the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. This text includes all regulations and guidelines expected of an institution looking for accreditation in their art programs. Within the pages is an abundance of information including what exactly is expected to be offered and followed for a proper education for students majoring in arts, as well as conforming to standards of education throughout the rest of the association's members. This source is the defining criteria and the final voice on a college's worthiness for credentials in their arts programs. This handbook illustrated exactly what would be expected of DSC should it endeavor to implement an accredited BFA program, and will be a source of much of what will be addressed in this essay.
Pogrebin, Robin. "Book Tackles Old Debate: Role of Art in Schools." The New York Times. 4 Aug. 2007. Web. 28 Mar. 2011. .
Pytel, Barbera. "Baby Boomer Teachers Retiring: Study Predicts Major Problem by 2015." Suite101.com: Online Magazine and Writers' Network. 21 July 2007. Web. 29 Mar. 2011. . An article on the decline of qualified teachers in the face of the Baby-boomers retiring. This article focuses mainly on women in education professions but my lend some credibility toward the argument that those graduating from an art program with the intent of pursuing Art Education as a career may have a fruitful job market in the near future.
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Unraveling the "Teacher Shortage" Problem: Teacher Retention Is the Key. Rep. Washington D.C.: NCTAF State Partners, 2002. Print. This is a symposium report regarding the future shortages of qualified teachers. It states that the retirement of baby-boomers is not a significant problem, but that within the decade of 2002-12 that about 700,000 teachers would be retiring making up only 28% of hiring needs during that period. Regardless of the reason for the hiring needs this proves that there will be jobs out there for art majors if they should decide to focus their major on teaching.
