Stage by Stage: A Handbook for Using Drama in the Second Language Classroom - Softcover

Burke, Ann; O'Sullivan, Julie C

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0325003807 ISBN 13: 9780325003801

Publisher: Heinemann Drama, 2002

Synopsis

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:

• conduct a drama class
• use acting and role-play exercises
• select appropriate scripts for language learners
• guide students to write their own scripts
• dramatize scripts step by step for performance.

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.

About this title

About the Author

Ann F. Burke has taught ESL for 25 years in the United States and EFL at the English Language Institute at American University in Cairo. An experienced actor and director, she has incorporated drama into her English classes for as long as she has been teaching.

Julie C. O'Sullivan has taught ESL for ten years in the United Kingdom, the United States, Japan, Germany, and Austria. She has acted in amateur productions in English and German and has used drama in ESL for the past six years.

Review

“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

Edition details

• Publisher: Heinemann Drama
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0325003807
• ISBN 13: 9780325003801
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 192