COURSE MOTIVATION

This course aims to provide educators with practical skills and innovative teaching approaches to effectively teach a foreign language using drama-based techniques. By incorporating drama into language instruction, educators can create engaging and immersive learning experiences that enhance students’ language proficiency and overall communication skills.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Drama Teaching and Other Innovative Approaches to Teach a Foreign Language course is a comprehensive 7-day training program designed for language educators seeking to enrich their teaching methods. Participants will explore the principles and strategies of drama-based language teaching and learn how to integrate theatrical techniques into their language lessons.

TEACHING METHODS

The course adopts a hands-on, experiential learning approach, combining theory and practice. Participants will engage in various activities, including interactive workshops, role-playing exercises, group discussions, and practical demonstrations. These activities will equip educators with the necessary tools to create dynamic and immersive language learning environments.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• Understand the theoretical foundations of drama-based language teaching.
• Learn practical techniques for integrating drama into language lessons.
• Develop skills in creating and adapting drama activities for language learning.
• Explore effective strategies for assessing language proficiency through drama.
• Enhance confidence and creativity in using drama as a teaching tool.
• Foster a collaborative and communicative classroom environment.
• Explore the potential of technology in supporting drama-based language teaching.

Day 1:

Introduction to drama-based language teaching: principles and benefits.
Exploring different drama techniques and activities.
Practical workshop: Warm-up exercises and icebreakers.
Guest seminar: “The Role of Drama in Language Learning Research”.

Day 2:

Applying drama techniques to teach vocabulary and grammar.
Integrating improvisation and role-play in language instruction.
Practical workshop: Improvisation exercises and role-playing scenarios.
Guest seminar: “Drama-Based Assessment in Language Education”.

Day 3:

Creating and adapting scripts for language learning purposes.
Developing storytelling and narrative skills through drama.
Practical workshop: Scriptwriting and storytelling activities.
Guest seminar: “Promoting Multilingualism through Drama Education”.

Day 4:

Exploring the use of props and costumes in drama-based language teaching.
Incorporating music, songs, and chants into language lessons.
Practical workshop: Prop making, costume design, and musical activities.
Guest seminar: “Technology Integration in Drama Language Teaching”.

Day 5:

Enhancing speaking and listening skills through drama activities.
Using forum theatre and problem-solving techniques in language instruction.
Practical workshop: Forum theatre exercises and problem-solving scenarios.
Guest seminar: “Inclusive Practices in Drama Education”.

Day 6:

Group work and collaboration in drama-based language learning.
Adapting drama techniques for different language proficiency levels.
Practical workshop: Group projects and language level adaptations.
Guest seminar: “International Perspectives on Drama in Language Education”.

Day 7:

Reflecting on the course experience and sharing best practices.
Planning and designing drama-based language lessons.
Final presentation of participants’ language lesson plans.
Course evaluation and feedback session.