Learning Area Drama B3 (EDUC91159)

In this third learning area subject, Teacher Candidates will consolidate their understandings of the theory and practice of teaching, and the Clinical Teaching Model, with particular attention given to the critique of contemporary issues and debates on Drama and Theatre Studies Education within Australia and beyond. Drama B has a focus on using applied theatre and applied drama methodologies and practices to build student understanding of the role and function of identity, culture and community in the arts.

The assessment tasks in this subject will support Teacher Candidates in strengthening their skills in identifying and adapting appropriate pedagogical practices to differentiate teaching and meet the specific needs of students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, as well as critiquing and responding to key educational issues that impact on teaching and learning.

Overall, the subject aims to further develop Teacher Candidates’ capacity to become reflective practitioners of Drama and to become critical, informed members of the school community who are able to reflect on school and education curriculum policies and provision as well as the resources and infrastructure available Drama.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, Teacher Candidates should be able to:

• Demonstrate strong Drama and Theatre Studies subject and pedagogical content knowledge including differentiation of teaching and content selection and organisation to meet the specific needs of students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Select and integrate Drama and Theatre Studies teaching strategies and resources, including ICT, to meet the specific needs of students from diverse backgrounds, and to engage students in their learning.
• Critically reflect on key educational issues and theories that impact on teaching and learning in Drama and Theatre Studies.
• Identify appropriate sources of professional learning support and plan professional learning needs.

Generic skills