Learning through drama
This event Will Be of Interest To
Primary School Teachers
Curriculum Co-ordinators
Teaching Assistants
All those interested in raising achievement through the use of creativity and interactive learning strategies
About This event
There is widespread agreement in the world of education that active participation in the learning process both engages the learner and cements knowledge. Recent initiatives within the Primary National Strategy, particularly Excellence and Enjoyment, endorse this view and actively encourage the use of Drama in the Teaching and Learning process. This event is intended to build upon that view by examining the role of Drama in learning and offering professionals the opportunity to learn techniques and approaches that will allow them to use Drama across the curriculum.
The benefits of attending
- To practise and develop practical approaches for use in the teaching and learning process
- To develop an increased understanding of the importance of creativity in the learning process
- To meet with other professionals and share expertise
Presenter Ian McCormack
Ian is a teacher and writer with more than 25 years experience. His published work includes plays, cantatas and handbooks. In addition to his writing Ian runs courses for teachers and pupils from KS1 to KS5, and his background in performing and creative arts means that, wherever possible, he uses creative and interactive methods to enhance and enliven the learning process. His work with Bullying and Truancy is referred to on the DfES website and his most recent book "Getting the Buggers to Turn Up" was published by Continuum in March 2005. Ian is currently working on a book about the place of Music in the curriculum.
