Date of Award

Spring 5-16-2025

Document Type

Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Education (MAED) in Art Education

Department

Art & Design

Instructor

Dr. Ross Schlemmer

Program Advisor

Dr. Christopher M. Strickland

Keywords

middle school, freshmen, art education, engaging and persisting

Abstract/Description

This case study explores the skill of engaging and persisting that Nebraska rural freshmen students possess based on whether an art education class was offered every year of middle school. Data was gathered through multiple student observations, field notes, and student document and artifact analysis. This study emphasizes the critical need for art education at every level, especially in middle school, to ensure the strong development of engaging and persisting essential for high school learning experiences.

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