Discover how the arts can be a transformative tool in your teaching practice by joining us for a session designed to show you how to seamlessly integrate arts subjects into your curriculum. This session will offer practical insights on how drama, spoken word, and other creative art forms can directly complement and enhance the teaching of core curriculum topics, making learning more immersive and impactful for your students.
Featured Presentations:
Robert Beck, Senior Drama Practitioner at Birmingham Rep, will share his innovative approaches to immersive, teacher-in-role practices for delivering drama workshops in schools. Robert will demonstrate how he has successfully used drama to support a wide range of subjects, including History, English, PSHE, and Geography. His methods not only reinforce curriculum content but also develop essential skills like critical thinking and communication among young people.
Kurly McGeachie, a renowned spoken word artist, will present his techniques for using spoken word as a powerful medium for students to express their thoughts and emotions, particularly in response to PSHE topics. Kurly’s approach encourages students to find their voices and engage deeply with the subject matter, fostering both personal growth and academic achievement.
Key Outcomes:
- Practical Application: Learn how to apply drama and spoken word in your classroom to enrich the learning experience and engage students more deeply in the curriculum.
- Enhanced Teaching: Gain strategies to support your curriculum areas with creative arts practices that make complex topics accessible and relatable for students.
- Student Development: Understand how integrating the arts can develop your students' critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, preparing them for success in and out of the classroom.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical tools and fresh perspectives on how the arts can become a powerful ally in your teaching, helping you to create a more dynamic and engaging learning environment for your students. This is the second of three artslink events this academic year.
