Visual Literacy - Identify unique characteristics of several artistic traditions and recognize/analyze differences among the major periods, artists genres and theories of art.
Critical Thinking - Use terms of art historical analysis correctly and be able to apply them to unfamiliar works.
Writing Proficiency - Write clearly and analytically, with papers including precise thesis statements, well-constructed arguments and thoughtful conclusions.
Cultural Awareness - Have the ability to identify and distinguish between forms of art based on their culture of origin and to understand culturally-specific meanings and interpretations.
Visual Literacy - Students should be able to apply basic art historical concepts to artworks they are viewing in a museum (either with a professor or on their own).