Traces the origins and development of the National Standards for Arts Education. Discusses the long-term effects the national standards might have on preservice and inservice teacher education. Questions whether national standards might lead to a standardization in arts education that would hamper teacher and student creativity. (CFR)

Asserts that the relationship between artists and their audiences is subject to a high degree of third-party intervention. Contends that art educators must adjust to the values and interests of the education establishment and the arts community. Discusses origin and impact of the Philadelphia Resolution. (CFR)