MART 345 - Arts-Based Assessment Research & Treatment Planning

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This course will introduce the purpose, issues, and process of arts-based assessment, research and treatment planning. The main categories of arts-based assessment, the tools of report preparation and treatment planning will be addressed with attention to the influences of diverse cultural values, beliefs and practices. Students will explore arts-based research methodology in order to identify research method and design, explain design limitations, and make recommendations for improvement. Emphasis is placed on the ability to inform treatment planning through assessments and research. Ethical and legal issues will be considered in relationship to application with individuals, communities and organizations. Exploration of emergent ideas in the field of arts based research will be the foundation for this course.