DR 351 - Classroom Drama Methods

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The University of Montana-Western

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Description:

Candidates develop an understanding of teaching drama as an art form as well as drama's use for learning about other subject areas. Focus is on the middle through senior high school setting. State and national standards in drama and theatre education are studied, and concepts applied. Stimulating environments, materials, and tools are considered and safe methods practiced. Candidates develop teaching strategies in improvisational drama and script development, drama history and literature, staging and spectacle techniques, and film and theatre analysis and criticism. Effective techniques for assessing students' progress in the arts are modeled and practiced. Peer teaching and field experiences are required. Prereq: Completion of all drama courses required for the Minor and TEP, or c/i. (fall)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(406) 683-7011

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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