The Master of Arts in Art Education at James Madison University is a graduate program for certified art educators dedicated to excellence in teaching and directing comprehensive art education programs in schools, museums, art organizations, or in the private sector. The program includes in depth analysis of the methods and techniques for teaching art production, art history, art criticism, and aesthetics. The program promotes graduates who are: 1) dedicated art education professionals; 2) articulate art education advocates; and 3) charismatic leaders who demonstrate art education as a vital component of general education.