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ILTS Visual Arts (214)
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Master Visual OrganizationYou are here
Build a strong foundation in the elements of art, the principles of design, and contemporary approaches, which anchor analysis throughout the test.
Study Media, Materials, and Techniques
Work through two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and media-arts processes, including drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, and digital media.
Review World Art and Culture
Cover art across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania, learning key works, styles, and their cultural and historical contexts.
Practice Criticism, Aesthetics, and Pedagogy
Rehearse art criticism and interpretation, the function of art in society, connections among the arts, and best practices for teaching visual art.
Can You Take the ILTS Visual Arts (214) Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Visual Arts (214) content test required for the Illinois visual arts (K-12) teaching endorsement
- •Completion of an approved educator preparation program for licensure
- •Check ISBE for the credentials and application requirements applicable to your licensure route.
- •ISBE currently waives the teacher performance assessment through August 31, 2029; confirm the requirements for your licensure route.
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100 Practice Questions
Covers all four ILTS Visual Arts (214) subareas from elements and principles to world art and arts pedagogy.
Updated for 2026
Review the current ILTS Visual Arts (214) test framework and ISBE licensure requirements.
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Study Illinois visual arts teacher licensure content with full explanations and no paywall.
What You'll Study
13 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: The Elements of Art and Design
4 sections
Chapter 2: The Principles of Art and Design
4 sections
Chapter 3: Contemporary Approaches to Art and Design
4 sections
Chapter 4: Two-Dimensional Media: Drawing and Painting
4 sections
Chapter 5: Two-Dimensional Media: Printmaking and Mixed Media
4 sections
Chapter 6: Three-Dimensional Media: Ceramics, Sculpture, and Metals
4 sections
Chapter 7: Three-Dimensional Media: Architecture, Fiber Arts, and Media Arts
4 sections
Chapter 8: World Art: Africa, Central America, and South America
4 sections
Chapter 9: World Art: Europe from Prehistory Through the 19th Century
4 sections
Chapter 10: World Art: Modern Europe, North America, Asia, Middle East, and Oceania
4 sections
Chapter 11: Art Criticism, Aesthetics, and Visual Culture
4 sections
Chapter 12: Interdisciplinary Connections and Art Careers
4 sections
Chapter 13: Visual Arts Pedagogy, Development, and Studio Practice
4 sections
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ILTS Visual Arts (214) Exam Details
ILTS Visual Arts (214)
Administered by Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) / Pearson Evaluation Systems
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) / Pearson Evaluation Systems content outline
The elements of art and design, the principles of art and design, and contemporary approaches to art and design, including line, shape, form, value, color, texture, space, balance, rhythm, emphasis, proportion, and unity.
The media, materials, tools, technologies, and techniques used in two-dimensional art (drawing, painting, printmaking), three-dimensional art (sculpture, ceramics, fiber arts), and media arts (digital imaging, photography, animation).
Works of visual art from eight world regions, including Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe, the Middle East, North America, Oceania, and South America, and their cultural and historical contexts.
The analysis and interpretation of works of art, the function of art in history and society, commonalities and connections among the arts, and the teaching of visual art and design in a school setting.
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What's Next After the ILTS Visual Arts (214)?
After passing the ILTS Visual Arts (214), you can pursue these career paths
Illinois Visual Arts Educator (K-12)
Teach visual arts in Illinois public elementary, middle, or high schools after securing the K-12 Visual Arts endorsement on a Professional Educator License (PEL).
District Fine Arts Coordinator
Lead district-level visual arts programming, instructional supervision, and curriculum design based on the Illinois Learning Standards for Fine Arts.
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