Performing Arts for Educators
Assessment
Task:
• View a video clip of a dramatic production suitable for children (School Years Foundation to Yr 6).
• Observe how the elements of drama (see Drama chapter of your text) have been used in the performance.
• Select three elements to discuss. Explain how these three elements are distinguished in the drama. 200-250 words for each element (600-750 words total).
Context:
In the Australian Curriculum, Responding involves children in activities related to viewing performances. These activities contribute to their drama education.
Analysing the way the dramatic language (elements of drama) is used in performances is one of the ways that the Responding strand of the Australian Curriculum:
The Arts is addressed in Early Childhood and Primary arts education. In this assessment your aim is to demonstrate your capabilities in relation to this type of learning activity.
Guidelines:
1. Select a short video clip (3 -10 minutes) from those below, or one of your choosing that is suitable for use in the Primary school. Include the link in your document.
2. 600-750 words (approximately 200-250 words for each element).
3. While you are not being asked to write a review as such, the Framework for Leading a drama appreciation session in your text (p 203) will help you understand the types of observations you can make.
• Gift- Do Your Parents Embarrass You?(youtube)
This is the video, I chose.
Elements
- Narrative
- Customes
- Music
- Make Up
- Props