The MA in Art and Design Education (Initial Certification) is designed for individuals who seek initial certification in the visual arts to be able to work as artist-teachers in public schools and other educational settings, from prekindergarten through high school. In addition to certification, this intellectually challenging pathway supports research on curriculum design, pedagogical practice, and the historical and contemporary state of the field in art and design education. Through the integration of research and practice, the program contributes to professional renewal, leadership, and innovation. The program can be completed in three semesters.

This 33-credit degree program is open to individuals with a minimum of 25 credit hours in art, design, and/or the history of art from an accredited higher education institution or the equivalent of the bachelor’s degree from an international institution of acceptable standards.

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
ADE-609	From City to Studio to Classroom I	3
ADE-616	The Inclusive Classroom	3
ED-608	New York City's Youth: A Historical Perspective	3
ED-660A	Thesis I	3
	Credits	12
Semester 2
ADE-630	Media and Materials	3
ADE-610	From City to Studio to Classroom II	3
ADE-611	Teaching in the NYC Public Schools	3
ED-660B	Thesis II	3
	Credits	12
Semester 3
ADE-612	Student Teaching	3
ADE-621	Student Teaching: Saturday Art School	3
ADE-613	Professional Practices	3
	Credits	9
	Total Credits	33

• Integrate studio knowledge and skills grounded in contemporary art practice into the art and design curriculum.
• Articulate, apply and reflect upon knowledge of pedagogy and instruction in art and design education.
• Apply knowledge of learners, belief in their ability to learn, and cultural awareness to planning and instruction.
• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within school and community contexts to promote culturally relevant pedagogy and equitable learning opportunities.