The nature and content of art education are described. This Framework, directed to teachers, curriculum specialists, and school administrators, is intended to help school districts improve and expand their art programs and to develop curriculum materials that are suitable to each district's needs, interests, and capacities. Presented are recommendations regarding implementation, instructional materials, facilities, and teacher education for art programs. The major topics covered are: goals of art education; objectives and instruction in art education programs; evaluation and review; and teachers and resources for art education programs. Included are 22 selected references. (Author/LS)