Stage by Stage
A Handbook for Using Drama in the Second Language Classroom
ISBN 978-0-325-00380-1 / 0-325-00380-7 / 2002 / 192pp / Paperback
Imprint: Heinemann Drama
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Grade Level: 6-12
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For years, Ann Burke and Julie O'Sullivan have taught second language classes. They have found that the use of drama allows students to experiment unselfconsciously with language and vocabulary, pronunciation, intonation, and voice in ways they have not experienced before—especially not in a language classroom. Ann and Julie also know how difficult it is to find materials to suit what they teach. So they wrote the book on it—a book that gives teachers, no matter what their background, all the tools they need to incorporate drama into their language classes.
Here you will find clear instructions on how to:
Fun is serious business with Burke and O'Sullivan as they lead the way to greater language learning opportunities through drama. So, roll up you sleeves, and get ready to enjoy the teaching and learning process.
—Kathleen Bardovi-Harlig
Watch your students increase their confidence, motivation, fluency, and understanding of social conventions when communicating in a second language. Involve them fully with something that's both fruitful and fun. Get them involved in drama.
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1.
Fluency and the Role of Drama in Language Classes
2.
Developing Fluency and Getting Students on Their Feet
3.
Texts: Finding and Modifying a Published Script or Writing an Original Script
4.
Page to Stage
Appendix 1: Teaching Handouts
Appendix 2: Scripts
Annotated Bibliography
No PD Resources available from Ann Burke.
No PD Resources available from Julie O'Sullivan.
Fun is serious business with Burke and O'Sullivan as they lead the way to greater language learning opportunities through drama. So, roll up you sleeves, and get ready to enjoy the teaching and learning process. ”
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