Drama-Based Approach in English Language Teaching

Autor/in	Bessadet, Latéfa
Titel	Drama-Based Approach in English Language Teaching
Quelle	In: Arab World English Journal, 13 (2022) 1, S.525-533 (9 Seiten) PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	2229-9327
Schlagwörter	English (Second Language); Second Language Instruction; Teaching Methods; Drama; Communication Skills; Graduate Students; Foreign Countries; Masters Programs; Creative Activities; Program Effectiveness; Algeria + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? English as second language; English; Second Language; Englisch als Zweitsprache; Fremdsprachenunterricht; Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Schauspiel; Kommunikationsstil; Graduate Study; Student; Students; Aufbaustudium; Graduiertenstudium; Hauptstudium; Studentin; Ausland; Magister course; Magisterstudiengang; Algerien
Abstract	The present study investigates the benefits of implementing drama techniques in English language teaching. It also focuses on the means and strategies of creating a learner-centered classroom to enhance English as Foreign Language learners' communication skills. Two dramatic techniques used in the research are "exploiting a scripted play" and "improvisation." Teacher-researcher conducted a qualitative research method through a case study of First-Year Master Students of English Literature and Civilization studying English as a foreign language in Dr. Moulat Tahar University of Saida, Algeria. The present study reveals the positive impact of teaching English through drama on student's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. It sheds light on the method of putting learners in authentic situations to help them discover their hidden creativity and overcome their fears. In addition to promoting their sense of collaboration, including discussion, negotiation, and performance. (As Provided).
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Update	2022/4/11