Drama involves interpreting, inventing and appreciating dramatic sequences. Drama education develops the students’ artistic sensibility, creative potential, acting abilities and skills in self-expression and communication. In the drama classroom, students express their ideas, their personal vision of the world, the visions of their classmates and those of playwrights or other creators.
Drama Competencies - Elementary
Competency 2: To appreciate dramatic works, personal productions, and those of classmates
The act of appreciation is one of examining and reflecting on a work, whether it is one's own, the work of classmates, or professional and amateur work seen outside the classroom. In the arts, teachers are often challenged by time constraints, and wonder how to fit appreciation into tight timelines. Two things to consider are:
- Keep it simple - introduce a framework and use it exclusively for a while
- Do it often - regular moments of appreciation cultivate the appreciation reflex
| Keep it simple Ideas | Do it often Ideas |
|---|---|
| Use post-its on a large Venn diagram on the wall or interactive white board | Build in an appreciation moment at the very start of a project, or at the start of every period |
| Have students discuss in groups and share notes on a single Appreciation sheet | Have an appreciation file or station in your classroom for inspiration, and make sure students leave traces in an appreciation journal (can be assigned as homework) |
| Use the same framework for the Artist Statement for personal creations. | Build in appreciation of finished works, completed exercises or at the close of a project. |
Professional Learning
Spotlight on the Arts
An annual effervescent art education happening organized by the MAD2 DEEN subcommittee, featuring guest speakers, workshops in all four Arts subjects, a round-table discussion and on the spot art-making. Go to page 
Professional Organizations
Council of Ontario Drama and Dance Educators
Although their resources are not directly linked to the QEP, this Ontario educators association has a very robust website and an annual conference. Go to site
Quebec Drama Federation
The Quebec Drama Federation exists to support English-language theatre companies, artists and their artistic expressions in Quebec. Go to site
ATEQ - L’Association Théâtre Éducation du Québec
The French-language drama educators association. Go to site
30 DAYS OF ART
Take the 30 Days of Art challenge! A great way to inspire everyone to engage with the arts every day.
CHOOSE A SMART CAREER
A poster designed to inspire students to choose various careers in the Arts. Available from you Arts consultant, or download the Tabloid PNG.
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