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LBS 405: Engineering & the Arts in the Elementary Classroom

THEATRE MODULE
Notetaking & Assignment Guide

Name:
Class Section:
Instructor Name:
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Scoring

____ Reviewed only for Elementary Subject Matter Waiver

____ Scored for points. Total Points ______ out of 30

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Section I: What is Theatre?

I. Quick Write. Before beginning this module, write your responses to the following questions in your
own words:
a. What is theatre?
b. What types of experiences have you had with theatre?
c. How do you feel about theatre, either as a participant or as an audience member?

II. Origins of Theatre

a. In your own words, explain the origins of theatre. Address how theatre came about and the
characteristics of early theatrical performances.

III. Development of Theatre Over Time

a. Explain how theatre developed over time, from its origins to its modern characteristics. Select
three different time periods throughout history and explain how theatre differed during each
period.

IV. Personal Preference

a. If you could be alive during any time period and experience theatre, which time period would
you choose? Why would you select this time period? Explain the characteristics of theatre
during this time period and why you are attracted to it.

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Section II: Analysis of Script & Performance

I. Summary of Theatre Elements

a. Write a one-paragraph summary (approximately 150 words) of the elements of a theatre
production. Explain how the elements work together to create a production.

II. Mini-Analysis of a Script

a. Name of Script:

b. Identify the follow aspects of the chosen script. Copy and paste the information from the script
to the different areas to demonstrate your ability to identify these aspects.

Setting

Character
Descriptions

Stage
Directions

Dialogue

III. Mini-Analysis of a Performance

a. Name of Performance:

b. Venue Viewed:

c. Analysis (approximately 3 paragraphs):

i. Overview of the Play
ii. Explanation & Analysis of Elements of Theatre
iii. Personal Response

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Section III: Theatre in the Elementary Classroom

I. Quick Write. Based on what you know about theatre so far, how might you imagine incorporating
theatre and performance into the elementary classroom as a teacher?

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II. Mini-Activity Plan

Activity #1
Name of Activity

Learning Objective Students will be able to…

Materials Needed

Summary of How
Activity Unfolds
(Be specific!)

Activity #2
Name of Activity

Learning Objective Students will be able to…

Materials Needed

Summary of How
Activity Unfolds
(Be specific!)