Overview of Drama Expectations by Lesson

Lesson
B1
B2
B3

Lesson 1

1.1, 1.2, 1.3

2.1, 2.3

3.2

Lesson 2

1.2, 1.3

2.1

-

Lesson 3

1.1, 1.2, 1.3

-

3.2

Lesson 4

1.1, 1.3

2.1

3.2

Lesson 5

1.3

2.1

-

Lesson 6 - Evaluation

1.1, 1.2, 1.3

2.1, 2.3

3.2

B1. Creating and Presenting: apply the creative process (see pages 19–22) to process drama and the development of drama works, using the elements and conventions of drama to communicate feelings, ideas, and multiple perspectives;

  • B1.1 engage actively in drama exploration and role play, with a focus on examining multiple perspectives related to current issues, themes, and relationships from a wide variety of sources and diverse communities
  • B1.2 demonstrate an understanding of the elements of drama by selecting and combining several elements and conventions to create dramatic effects
  • B1.3 plan and shape the direction of the drama by working with others, both in and out of role, to generate ideas and explore multiple perspectives

B2. Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing: apply the critical analysis process (see pages 23–28) to communicate feelings, ideas, and understandings in response to a variety of drama works and experiences;

  • B2.1 construct personal interpretations of drama works, connecting drama issues and themes to their own and others’ ideas, feelings, and experiences
  • B2.3 identify and give examples of their strengths, interests, and areas for improvement as drama creators, performers, and audience members

B3. Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts: demonstrate an understanding of a variety of drama and theatre forms, traditions, and styles from the past and present, and their sociocultural and historical contexts.

  • B3.2 identify and describe several ways in which drama and theatre (e.g., street festivals, film festivals, theatre festivals, local theatre groups) contribute to contemporary social, economic, and cultural life

Language Expectations (All Lessons)

A3. Apply language and literacy skills in cross-curricular and integrated learning, and demonstrate an understanding of, and make connections to, diverse voices, experiences, perspectives, histories, and contributions, including those of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals, communities, groups, and nations.

B2. Demonstrate an understanding of foundational language knowledge and skills and apply this understanding when reading and writing.

  • B2.2 demonstrate an understanding of a wide variety of words, acquire and use explicitly taught vocabulary flexibly in various contexts, including other subject areas, and use consolidated morphological knowledge to analyze and understand new words in context