Education and Human Sciences, College of (CEHS)
Date of this Version
2010
Abstract
The use of drama with language instruction has long been considered a legitimate practice. A recent survey of the literature shows that English Language Learners (ELLs) may have even more to benefit from the use of drama in the classroom. Studies showed an increase in language and problem-solving ability, as well as student self-efficacy that was transferrable across activities. Following an analysis of the literature is a proposed curriculum based on the findings of the researchers cited. This unit is centered on dramatic activities that make use of all four language domains and includes the examination of plays in writing, on the stage, and as a playwright. In the end, students will be asked to combine all of their skills to put on a completely student-created production. An analysis of the factors surrounding the implementation of such a unit follows the unit itself.
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Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Commons, Curriculum and Instruction Commons
Comments
A Summative Project In partial fulfillment of the Masters in Education, University of Nebraska – Lincoln. Guy Trainin Ph.D., Advisor
Copyright 2010 Laura M. S. Fortney