Drama Club pupils sat Trinity Guildhall Speech and Drama solo examinations on the 19th September. Each of the pupils worked hard rehearsing poems, monologues, mimes, sight-reading and improvisations all year before sitting their examinations. I was very proud of the commitment and dedication showed by each of the pupils. Below are details about each of […]
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Distinction in LTCL examination
I recently received a mark of distinction in Unit 3 – Practical applications of my LTCL Teaching Speech and Drama diploma. In the examiner’s written report he stated “it was noticeable that students enjoyed their class and performed with confidence and there was due appraisal and encouragement by peers (as well as the teacher)”… “A […]
ASB Credit 2 – Teaching Materials and Method
This is an essay from the recent ASB credit 2 – Teaching Materials and Methods examinations. The essay received a pass of distinction in the May 2010 examinations in Wellington. Question: To present a programme of lessons based on a theme. Showing why it is important to work within a theme when teaching students. Answer: […]
Distinctions received in Speech New Zealand ASB theory exams
I am happy to report that I received three distinctions for the Speech New Zealand speech and drama teaching (ASB) theory examinations in May 2010. This year 75 candidates had 112 exams throughout New Zealand. Of these 62 entries were for Speech and Drama and 41 for Public Speaking. The percentage of Passes with Distinction […]
5 Reasons Why After School Drama Helps Children
After school drama helps children develop these five important skills: Communication and Language Skills After school drama lets children experiment with language in different situations: whether it’s speaking aloud to an audience, conveying ideas to a group or taking on an impromptu character etc. By experimenting in these ways children can learn three things about […]