TH 423 - Theatre Pedagogy

Description:
A study and practice of the curriculum, teaching methods, and materials pertinent to teaching drama/theatre in the schools. Students will apply theory, research, and practice to the planning and implementation of instruction. Course will be offered every year (Summer).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Theatre Education BFA, or permission of instructor.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Analyze and experience the instructor’s role in educational theatre and theatre’s role in the schools
Articulate a personal philosophy of educational theatre
Simulate, in a classroom format, the teaching process of theatre for students
Analyze and use resources and materials available for school theatre programs and teachers
Identify how theatre relates to other disciplines, art forms, and the needs of special needs students
Articulate theatre’s relevance to children and young adults from diverse backgrounds
Develop and implement age-appropriate learning experiences to meet specific learning goals
Design and apply lesson plans, unit plans, curricula, and assessment strategies for teaching theatre according to state standards

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
2/16/2017