Karleil's Drama Learning Story - May 2015

Learner: Karleil                                               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.  Karleil had a variety of opportunities to explore the use of space, props and his body for communicating different ideas.  Karleil worked in a group with Aleena, Hannah and Henry 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 Karleil generated some good ideas. Their group selected the Korean culture.

Evidence of learning

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

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

Karleil demonstrates that he can work Collaboratively with others towards a common goal. He is developing his Capabilities in following complex instructions and strives to meet the success criteria- learning to manage himself and his time effectively. 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.

Next Learning Steps

Practice facial expressions to ensure alignment with the dramatic actions Further exploration of communicating ideas without sound or props