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Mission
Founded in 1947, the National Art Education Association is a nonprofit educational organization whose mission is to promote art education through professional development, service, advancement of knowledge, and leadership.
NAEA Publications
NAEA publishes award-winning "state-of-the-art" resources, in print and online, for K-12 visual arts teachers; university faculty in art education; arts researchers, librarians, and historians; museum and community arts educators; arts administrators; arts curriculum and standards developers; and arts education advocacy specialists/policy makers. All work is guided by NAEA's Strategic Plan.
We welcome your proposals for books, and we invite you to submit articles for NAEA's journals, newspapers, monographs, and other publications that reach a membership of over 24,000 art educators as well as the diverse community of education leaders from every field.
Books
Have an idea for a book for art educators? If you are ready to share your expertise, research/methodologies, approaches to studio pedagogy and strategies, and information about professional collaborations that may advance visual arts education perspectives for the education community at large, NAEA invites you to submit a book proposal to the Professional Materials Committee (PMC).
Your proposal package should include:
1. Title of proposed publication.
2. Abstract of no more than 500 words containing the central point, theme, and agenda.
3. Market analysis that include:
Description of the intended audience.
Significance of the work to the field of art education and its importance relative to existing literature.
Delineation of the difference between your proposed publication, other NAEA publications, and existing literature from other publishers. (Please refer to NAEA's Publications Catalog for categories and subjects.)
4.Complete outline of the proposed publication including:
List of authors (full name of each) and CVs.
Estimated length of publication.
Sample chapters or sections.
List and samples of graphic materials such as charts, tables, photographs, and illustrations.
Book Proposal Procedures
1. When your proposal package is received at NAEA, you will be notified, and it will be forwarded to the chair of NAEA's Professional Materials Committee (PMC).
2. Each proposal is carefully reviewed by a panel of five reviewers led by the PMC chair. Proposals are reviewed in timely fashion three times a year and acted upon by the NAEA Board at each scheduled meeting.
3. The PMC Chair reports recommendations to the NAEA Board-to accept a proposed publication, to accept it with requested changes, or not to publish.
4. Authors of recommended publications are engaged in conversations to answer the following questions:
Who is the primary audience for this book?
What specific audience and/or instructional levels of educators may use this book?
What marketing strategies are most important to promote this book to target audiences and other groups who could influence the success of this publication?
What influential decision makers or teachers should be provided with an advance copy of the book in order to generate favorable quotes for possible use on the book cover?
Can you recommend an experienced colleague for NAEA to contact for a critical review of the manuscript to share with the author prior to publication?
5. Proposals accepted for publication may require edits and changes. Note that NAEA publications follow the style guidelines set forth in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 5th edition (2001). Submissions after January 1, 2010 should follow guidelines of the 6th edition, available after July 1, 2009.
6. Authors of all proposals will be notified in writing of the Board's decision regarding the proposal. The Board makes all decisions concerning approval and budget allocation. NAEA makes all decisions concerning design, print run, and other details of the production process.
7. Because NAEA is a nonprofit organization and does not make payments to authors:
All editors and single book authors receive 7 complimentary copies of their publication.
All authors included in anthologies receive 2 complimentary copies.
NAEA supports authors' new books via in-house ads and reviews in NAEA publications and online listings, as well as book signings at the NAEA National Convention. NAEA also markets authors' books to other arts- and education-related organizations. Whenever possible, NAEA makes copies of the book and/or accompanying marketing materials available to NAEA member authors who are presenters at other education-related professional conferences.
| Please note: All proposals must be submitted in digital format in a Word document to kduse@arteducators.org. |
Send your book proposal to:
Chair, NAEA Professional Materials Committee
c/o NAEA Publications
1916 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191-1590
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Studies in Art Education: A Journal of Issues and Research
Studies in Art Education is a quarterly journal that reports quantitative, qualitative, historical, and philosophical research in art education, including explorations of theory and practice in the areas of art production, art criticism, aesthetics, art history, human development, curriculum and instruction, and assessment. Studies also publishes reports of applicable research in related fields such as anthropology, education, psychology, philosophy, and sociology.
Manuscripts must be typed, double-spaced, have appropriate margins, consist of approximately 5,000 words, and include
an abstract of 75-150 words. Authors should follow the guidelines detailed in from the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th edition (2001). Submissions after January 1, 2010 should follow guidelines of the 6th edition, available after July 1, 2009.
All manuscripts go through a blind review by selected members of theStudies Editorial Board. Most manuscripts go through at least one rewrite. The Senior Editor may further edit a manuscript prior to publication, but author permission is obtained for extensive changes. Accepted papers must be submitted in their final, approved form in two hard copies and on computer disk. Studies welcomes commentaries that are concise focused responses to issues addressed in published articles or in the field at large, as well as book reviews. Authors who wish to submit commentaries or book reviews should consult a current issue of Studies, for the current contact information for editors of these sections.
View files below for further information on submissions of articles:
Author Guidelines |
Copyright Sample |
Review Form |
| Author Checklist |
Permission Release |
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| Call for Articles | Photo Release |
Send your submissions to:
Dr. Kristin Congdon, Senior Editor, Studies in Art Education, Philosophy Department, University of Central Florida, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando, FL 32816-1352. E-mail: studies@mail.ucf.edu. A complete set of instructions for authors is included in each issue of Studies and in the pdf above.
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Art Education: The Journal of the National Art Education Association
Art Education, the bimonthly journal of the National Art Education Association, covers a diverse range of topics of interest to professional art educators-topics especially relevant to everyday practice-whether in a classroom, museum, community arts center, or elsewhere. Successful model programs or curriculums are often described and point to replicable ideas that may be adapted and implemented by other teachers. Each issue features a full-color illustrated lesson plan in the Instructional Resources section.
Manuscripts should be no longer than 3,000 words, and conform to guidelines set in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 6th edition (2009). Photographs that add information to the accompanying text are desired and must be accompanied by a release form. All textual materials must be typed, double-spaced with ample margins and pages numbered and supplied on disk. The title should appear on the first page of the text. The author's name, position or title, address, and telephone number should be on a separate sheet.
Each submission is first read by the Editor, additional copies are sent to members of the Editorial Review Board or Review Panel for further consideration and detailed review. The manuscript may then be edited and the author notified of any substantive changes before a final decision regarding publication is made. Galley proofs are sent to the author for proofreading to accommodate typographical mistakes or omissions.
Submit a cover letter, one copy of the manuscript and a CD with electronic format to: Christine Ballengee Morris, Editor, Art Education Journal, Department of Art Education, 128 North Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. E-mail: arteducationjournal@gmail.com.
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Translations: From Theory to Practice
Translations is a biannual refereed publication, distributed as a service to all NAEA members. Translations publishes reviews of research that make research understandable and usable in the P-12 practice of teaching art.
Papers submitted to Translations should be centered on, but not limited to, the goals of the 2007-2010 NAEA Strategic Plan - learning, community, advocacy, research and knowledge - see NAEA Research Agenda, December 2008. Reviews of all research strategies are welcome, such as case studies, historical studies, experiments, theoretical analyses, etc.
Translations does not publish research reports per se, curriculum plans, or position papers, but rather reviews of research that translate it for practicing P-12 art teachers.
Papers should be no longer than 2,500 words including references and include a "Highlights" section that recaps the major points of the research. APA style is required. Refer to recent copies of Translations for the sense of organization and style or email the editor for further details.
Submit a digital Word file for blind review to: Translations@arteducators.org.
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NAEA Advisory
Similar to Translations, the NAEA Advisory is also provided to NAEA members as a free member benefit. Topics for Advisories should be aimed at translating research and theory into practice for the K-12 NAEA member.
K-12 teachers are encouraged to submit papers. Topics might include strategies for instruction and student learning; strategies for classroom organization and behavior management; assessment procedures related to art learning; incorporation of the National Visual Arts Standards into existing state and local curricula; alternative methods for teaching using technology; art instruction and higher-order thinking; issues related to teacher preparation; the incorporation of multiple-intelligences theories; conducting research in the art classroom; instructional practices in other cultures; and, art instruction in community contexts.
Submissions should be no longer than 3-5 pages double-spaced including references (600-700 words). Follow APA style. Click on the link for a listing of NAEA Advisories. Refer to recent NAEA Advisory copies for the sense of organization and style or write the editor for further details.
Submit a digital Word file to: Advisory@arteducators.org.
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NAHS News
NAHS News is the official newsletter of the National Art Honor Society. Published twice a year (December and April) in electronic-only format (as of Spring 2010), it contains feature articles of interest to junior and senior high school art students. Topics covered include careers in art, preparation of portfolios, news and photos on NAHS chapter activities, student artwork, and information on financial aid. Total circulation is over 35,000.
Send submissions to: nahs@arteducators.org.
Or NAHS, c/o NAEA, 1916 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191-1590
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NAEA News
NAEA News the official newsletter for the members of NAEA, is published bimonthly in February, April, Summer (July), October, and December. It reports to members on what is happening throughout the organization as well as in the field of art education-within every teaching level, geographic region, and interest group.
Columnists present timely news topics regarding upcoming conferences and events, trends and policies, and share information on member and group activities. Columns are 850 words and are due the 12th of the month 2 months before an issue, i.e., February 12 for April issue.
Members are encouraged to send news of their accomplishments, awards, promotions, new books, gallery showings of their artworks, or other announcements for the "People in the News" column. (About 150 words).
Send columns and submissions to: naeanews@arteducators.org.
Or Elizabeth Snow, NAEA News, 1916 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191.
Inquiries about book reviews go to: bookreview@arteducators.org.
Or Clare Grosgebauer, Book Review Editor, NAEA News, 1916 Association Drive, Reston, VA 20191.
