Master of Arts in Dance Education: Teaching Dance in the Professions

New York University

The MA program in Teaching Dance in the Professions prepares students for a career teaching dance in postsecondary and professional education settings such as studios, community colleges, outreach programs, and more. The program is designed for established dancers and choreographers wishing to develop pedagogy and research skills as a complement to their artistry, as well as those currently teaching pre-K–12 who want to deepen their knowledge of theory and practice. The curriculum emphasizes the historical and cultural contexts from which to teach dance. Students examine dance for the purpose of developing as a research-informed and proficient teacher who possesses a balance between pedagogy, artistry, and research. A final research project is the culmination of the degree.

Steinhardt School of Culture Education and Human Development