Advanced Certificate in Art and Design Education

Pratt Institute

The Advanced Certificate in Art and Design Education with initial New York State teacher certification (visual arts, all grades) is a 24-credit program open to individuals who already hold an MFA degree, or to those currently enrolled in an MFA program at Pratt. It may be completed in three semesters. It is designed to prepare students to teach in public schools and other educational settings. Through the integration of studio knowledge with art and design education theory and instructional practices thisintellectually challenging program helps students to test ideas, develop a personal teaching style, and explore research questions through participation and observation. Students thus get opportunities to work collaboratively with their peers, community members, and professionals in the field, while they learn to develop lessons and projects that promote their pupil’s critical inquiry and creative practice. As reflective practitioners and researchers, students are prepared to work effectively in diverse

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