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This professional development video equips middle school drama teachers with strategies, techniques, and activities designed to captivate adolescents. Learn how to channel big emotions, build ensemble skills, and inspire confident performers—all while managing the unique dynamics of middle schoolers. Fresh ideas, practical guidance, real classroom impact.
Teaching this age group can be tricky. They are no longer children, and they are navigating remarkable life changes. Some students become reluctant to engage, while others mask their feelings with bravado. There are techniques to use, and activities to do with middle school students, in particular, that will allow you and them to feel successful. This workshop will leave you feeling confident, inspired, and ready to make drama class fun and engaging for everyone!
This workshop will cover:
- Specific strategies for teaching drama to students ages 11-15.
- Methods to engage reluctant participants.
- Yearly planning/scaffolding.
- Drama activities to use today!
- Fun and educational drama projects that work specifically with this age group
And more.
