Henry's Drama Learning Story - May 2015

Learner: Henry                                                 Date: May 20, 2015

Learning Area: The Arts- Drama                                 Learning Coach: Diana Wilkes

Learning Observed

During iExperience this term with the Strategic Leadership Team (SLT), we have been learning how to use movement and space to effectively communicate.  The lasting understanding is that people represent their culture and heritage in different dramatic ways- past and present.  Learners had a variety of opportunities to explore the use of space, props and their body for communicating different ideas.  Henry worked in a group with Karleil, Hannah and Aleena to use dramatic techniques to explore drama elements and conventions and exhibited a real passion and enthusiasm for performing. When asked to initiate and develop ideas with others to create dramatic 1 minute skit about a culture Henry demonstrated leadership and creativity. Their group selected the Korean culture.

Evidence of learning

Henry makes effective use of space, facial expressions and movement.  See video here.

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

Henry demonstrates that he can work Collaboratively with others towards a common goal. He shows Capabilities in following complex instructions and strives to meet the success criteria- managing himself and others. He is able to make Connections between what he knows about a culture and how to express that with movement, no sound and imaginary props.  Henry relates well with others and enthusiastically participated in the drama games leading up to the group task- entertaining us all!

Next Learning Steps

Practice his facial expressions to ensure alignment with the dramatic actions he makes Explore the use of his body as a human prop and use of space for dramatic effect