What I have I learned about drama? I have learned more about drama and how it will especially help students in the classroom rather than just being an extra-curricular activity. For me, it really enhanced my mind and made it more open to infinite possibilities to do in the classroom. I felt more creative and I was encouraged to be creative. It helped me to realize that there really is no wrong or right answer. I felt safe and like I could be myself and I think that's how students want to feel too.
So what kind of activities will I use using drama in my classroom? I really loved the mirroring activity and game. It helped me to focus and feel like I was being challenged. I think the students would love that too. What I really loved was the activities we did involving "The Little Red Riding Hood" story. I think that will really help to teach social studies and make it so much fun. They can use their imaginations and be so creative. They will also retain the information so much more.
Now what does drama do for students? Drama is an amazing art that can open up so many opportunities for learning and teaching. It can virtually be used in most subject areas. I remember that I was taking drama lessons in a youth theater I joined and there was a girl there that was so shy and hardly talked to anyone, and now, she is the most talkative and friendly person! She really came out of her shell knowing that it's okay to be silly and express yourself in so many different ways. She was happier because she made friends and she felt confident in herself. That's what I want for my students is to feel confident and happy in their schooling and also in their personal lives too.
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