Drama Techniques for Impactful Educators
Unlock the potential to become a truly impactful teacher by harnessing the transformative power of drama to enhance social skills, boost creativity, and create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.
Description
In an increasingly complex world, traditional education may fall short in meeting the multifaceted needs of students. This course introduces an innovative approach to teaching—one that not only brings learning to life but also empowers educators to become profoundly impactful. Education is revolutionized through the strategic use of drama as an educational tool to develop social and communication skills.
Participants in this course embark on a transformative journey to acquire a new set of competencies focused on effectively coordinating and engaging groups, all while managing emotions in a dynamic and creative manner. Through a hands-on approach, educators discover how to apply expressive tools in various educational contexts, placing themselves and their students at the center of the learning experience.
The central theme of this program revolves around becoming an impactful teacher. By embracing drama, educators not only elevate their teaching methods but also ignite their students' potential. This course is designed to empower educators to foster creativity, inspire motivation, and cultivate a cooperative spirit within the classroom. As a result, educators will be better equipped to address student challenges, manage conflicts, and strengthen teacher-student relationships, ultimately becoming transformative figures in their students' lives.
By the conclusion of this course, participants will have acquired innovative strategies to increase student participation, motivation, confidence, and self-expression. They will also develop a cooperative spirit within the classroom, effectively manage conflicts, and strengthen the teacher-student relationship. This transformative approach will empower educators to become facilitators who guide their students to become active protagonists in their own learning journey.
Ƶing objectives
- Participants of the course will learn to:
- Use drama techniques as a specialized form of communication and collaboration.
- Cultivate creativity and inspire students to explore their imaginative potential.
- Understand the subtleties of body language and its impact on communication.
- Effectively respond to challenging student behaviors.
- Promote inclusivity and harmony within the school community, fostering positive relationships among teachers and students.
- Implement a holistic approach to enhance overall well-being, mental and emotional growth, and empathy among educators and students alike.
- Transform into impactful teachers who inspire and empower their students.
Methodology & assessment
The pedagogical strategies we employ are rooted in experiential learning, group and peer activities, hands-on experience, and the exchange of best practices.
Throughout the course, we offer unwavering support to our partners, guiding them through the entire process – from application and preparation to ongoing monitoring and comprehensive evaluation, culminating in the collection of all pertinent documentation. Daily morning wrap-ups and brief evaluations ensure that the learning journey remains finely tuned to participants' evolving needs. Upon completion
Materials, digital tools & other learning resources
Ƶing materials for all the days of the course (excluding personal devices);
Certificate of attendance;
Administrative support and guidance;
City guide;
Summary of the course in PDF, slides;
Recommended bibliography.
Certification details
A signed certificate with the name of the participant and basic details about the course. Ƶing agreement, if required.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:480Euro
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Course package content:
Complimentary tea and coffee
Welcome sweets
Last day drinks
Introductory walk
City guide
Adequacy to your needs
State-of-the-art methodologies
Hands-on Activity, so you take back home some ideas ready to implement
Space for reflection and discussion
Scaffolded and guided process from the grant application to the signing of the final documents
Cozy atmosphere
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
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Cancellation & changes:
A confirmation is a compromise.
If the course needs to be cancelled from the side of the student, we will try to allocate you in a similar course on different dates.
If the course needs to be modified from the side of the academy, we will either provide a private or semi-private service, or we will allocate you in a course on different dates, that also match your needs.
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Additional information:The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:TeacherCareers CouncillorTeacher Educator
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Ƶing time:25 hours or more
Upcoming sessions
Past sessions
Provider
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