Unit 1.

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Playscripts
Extension activity

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 As a subject, drama is not the most highly regarded subject in
most school curricula. The same can probably be said for
music, visual arts and dance. Often, if not always, more
attention is given in schools to science subjects and
mathematics.

Debate as a class:

To the extent that creative subjects tend not to be highly

valued in schools, how can we explain this, and what is the
effect on society?

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 Let’s now consider what drama may be good for, and
why it might be good to spend more time studying
the subject.

In this presentation, you will see the ten traits that

make up the IB learner profile. As a class, consider
each trait in turn, and discuss how studying drama
could promote the learner profile.

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 Inquirers

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 Knowledgeable

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 Thinkers

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 Communicators

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 Principled

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 Open-minded

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 Caring

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 Risk takers

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 Balanced

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 Reflective

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