Overall Expectations
CREATING AND PRESENTING
A 1: The Creative Process:
The students will use the creative process and a variety of sources and forms, both individually and collaboratively, to design and develop drama works.
A 2: Elements and Conventions:
The students will use the elements and conventions of drama effectively in creating individual and ensemble drama works, including works based on a variety of sources.
A 3: Presentation Techniques and Technologies:
The students will use a variety of presentation techniques and technological tools to enhance the impact of drama works and communicate for specific audiences and purposes.
REFLECTING, RESPONDING, AND ANALYSING
B 1: The Critical Analysis Process:
The students will use the critical analysis process to reflect on and evaluate their own and others’ drama works and activities.
B 2: Drama and Society:
The students will demonstrate an understanding of how societies present and past use or have used drama, and of how creating and viewing drama can benefit individuals, groups, and communities.
B 3: Connections Beyond the Classroom:
The students will identify knowledge and skills they have acquired through drama activities and ways in which they can apply this learning in personal, social, and career contexts.
FOUNDATIONS
C 1: Concepts and Terminology:
The students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature and function of drama forms, elements, conventions, and techniques, including the correct terminology for the various components.
C 2: Contexts and Influences:
The students will demonstrate an understanding of the origins and development of drama and theatre arts and their influence on past and present societies.
C 3: Responsible Practices:
The students will demonstrate an understanding of safe, ethical, and responsible personal and interpersonal practices in drama activities.