So, this is my model Key Stage 3 curriculum. It feeds into the new GCSE content in a broad way, but allows the students to have a thorough understanding of both the basic terminology and the chronology of theatre. As a school we’ve been looking at a knowledge based curriculum, and for all it’s good and bad points, there are a few things that can … Continue reading Model Key Stage 3 Curriculum
This is my manifesto for Drama in Education and why I believe that teaching Drama and Theatre to young people, and working with young people through the medium of Drama and Theatre, is very important. Fundamentally I believe in teaching the art of making theatre, and studying the theatre of others, makes people better people and equips them with the skills they need to make a … Continue reading My Drama Manifesto
I’m moving to a new post in September and during this slow time at my old school my thoughts drift to making plans to my new school. Specifically, at the moment, drama clubs. Are they friend or foe? I don’t run drama clubs in my current school. There are a number of contributing factors to this. Firstly, the isn’t a big culture at my current … Continue reading Drama clubs – friend or foe
Knowledge management is an area that is receiving an increased amount of attention and is developing fast in this fast changing environment of the modern world. Knowledge refers to the knowledge, understanding and information held by the members of an organisation and can be used as an asset to an organisation. This knowledge, held by members, is ever changing, developing and re-inventing itself. The key … Continue reading Knowledge Management
“The teacher is the most important influence on student achievement. Students who get the best teachers learn twice the rate of students taught by average teachers. Greater improvement in teacher quality can be obtained, at a lower cost, by investing in teacher learning. The research on learning shows that teacher learning communities provide the most effective process for teacher change.” Wiliam, D, 2006 Teachers … Continue reading Teacher Learning Communities
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