TEACHING USING

DRAMATIZATION
 DEFINITION
• It is part of the process of language learning. It
allows children to own the simple and
mechanical language they use by involving
their personalities. This personalization makes
language more meaningful and memorable
than drilling or mechanical repetition can.
 ADVANTAGES
• The technique is simple and can be done
by teachers without prior experience.
• It encourage children to speak gives
them the chance to communicate, even
with limited language.
• To stimulate learners’ intellect and
imagination
 ADVANTAGES cont’d
• To make language learning an active,
motivating experience.
• The attempt by the student to place
themselves in the position of another
helps in dealing with unfamiliar
circumstances.
• Can be performed as a classroom activity.
 ADVANTAGES cont’d
• To make what is learned memorable through
direct experience and affect
(emotions)for learners with different
learning styles
• To bring the real world into the
classroom (problem-solving, research,
consulting dictionaries, real time & pace,
cross-curricular content)
 DISADVANTAGES
• Students may see this as a frivolous and
entertaining exercise.
• These can be time consuming both in
preparation, playing and debriefing.
• Threat of simplification can result in
failure to make optimum use of
knowledge.
TIPS TO USING DRAMA IN THE CLASSROOM

• Choose the right activity.(age, type of

activity, aims)
• Start small.
• Give feedback
• Make it formal and more orderly.
• Ideas should reflect the knowledge and
understanding of the group
Child becoming
more involved. Teacher congratulating
children
Children through
acting, learning
about Jesus and
the story of
Mary and
Joseph.