Social studies and theatre are powerful in combination, helping learners explore history through the use of drama-based frameworks. This degree leads to eligibility for New York State initial certification as a teacher of theatre and a teacher of social studies. You'll gain a foundation in social studies and drama, learn pedagogical methods and strategies, and acquire hands-on experience through fieldwork and student teaching. You will work closely with a faculty advisor as you create a sequence of courses to reflect your interests and select classes in research, pedagogy, theatre art forms, and community-engaged approaches, ensuring that you learn: US and world history, World drama, Drama in education, How to explore social issues through drama, Interactive dramatic strategies in teaching and learning for exploring key ideas in primary source documents, historical concepts, periods, debates, and texts.The curriculum for this degree includes integrated course work in drama, dramatic literature, and theatre, which are tied to the four New York State Learning Standards for both theatre and social studies. You'll have the opportunity to focus your studies on a concentration, such as Applied Theatre, Drama Education, or Theatre for Young Audiences and Play Production; or you can create your own pathway under advisement.