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Language in the Drama Classroom: Observations and Opinions.

Authors :
Collins, Jude
Source :
Contemporary Education. Fall 1981 53(1):12-15.
Publication Year :
1981

Abstract

The importance of talk in the drama classroom is described. Students view talk as either development of vocal skills or preexperience for various kinds of social situations. Teacher talk was dominant, however, and emerged in the form of verbal control through closed questions and instructions to students. (JN)

Details

Language :
English
Volume :
53
Issue :
1
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Contemporary Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ254415
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Opinion Papers<br />Reports - Descriptive