English Teacher's Drama Handbook: From Theory to Practice
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Author Description
The English Teacher's Drama Handbook tackles this head on by providing a comprehensive, authoritative guide to help English teachers appreciate the powerful ways in which drama can encourage deep learning through the media of speaking, listening, reading and writing. It explores the development of drama pedagogy, the strong links between English and drama, and how drama content and skills can help implement learning theories of key thinkers. Key chapters are presented in two parts, the first showing how and why drama can enhance teaching, the second offering a practical scheme of work to show strategies in action: oracy and drama, reading and drama, writing and drama, teaching literature through drama, working playscripts, exploring language through drama. Including practical suggestions for lessons and a glossary of key terms and major thinkers, The English Teacher's Drama Handbook is an essential guide to successful drama strategies for the English classroom.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates how drama-based pedagogy can be integrated into the English classroom to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Nicholas McGuinn, an experienced educator, synthesizes educational theory with practical classroom application to demonstrate how drama serves as a vehicle for developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. The text provides a structured framework that connects established learning theories with actionable strategies for teachers seeking to diversify their instructional approach.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Theoretical foundations linking drama pedagogy to English curriculum standards
- Practical schemes of work for integrating drama into reading and writing instruction
- Strategies for teaching literature and playscripts through active performance
- A comprehensive glossary of key terms and influential educational theorists
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators frequently cite this text as a foundational resource for bridging the gap between abstract drama theory and daily classroom practice. The book is recognized for its clear structure and its utility as a reference for teachers looking to implement active learning techniques.
Page Count:
180
Publication Date:
2014-01-01
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10:
0203152786
ISBN-13:
9780203152782
Drama
Teaching Methods
Education
Pedagogy
English literature
