Drama in Early Childhood Education (EIS155)
Drama is a subject in art, expression and communication, based on the art of theatre, pedagogic and knowledge in children dramatic play. Early Childhood Education in Norway has a strong tradition in using drama as part of the curriculum.
This course in drama aims to prepare the students for planning and carrying out dramatic activity in kindergarten/preschool/first grade of primary school (aged 1- 8 years). A main purpose in this course is student’s participation in creative aesthetic processes. Through active participation the students will achieve practical knowledge about dramaturgy, and develop further their ability in communication, interaction and acting.
Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
EIS155
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
6
Semester tution start
Spring
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English
Content
- Dramatic expression, improvisation. Through using body and voice the student is challenged in using fantasy and creativity.
- Process-drama; special focus on the multicultural kindergarten/preschool.
- The art of storytelling and adapt for follow-up activities using drama.
- Theoretical reflection upon the connection between dramatic play, drama and the art of theatre.
Learning outcome
This module facilitates for the student to acquire following skills and knowledge:
Knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of an aesthetic learning process and potential in dramatic play.
Skills
- Acquired skills in adapting for and carry out storytelling and follow up activities to a target group.
General competence
- General competence related to an understanding of drama as an aesthetic subject and how to plan for aesthetic experiences through drama for all children in kindergarten/preschool.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Work on storytelling and written report
Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
---|---|---|---|---|
Work on storytelling | 1/2 | Letter grades | All | |
Individual report | 1/2 | Letter grades | All |
Examination consists of two assignments.
• Storytelling, 50 % of final assessment. The students are working on one story each, and will, as part of a group, present this story to a child audience.
• An individual report, 50% of final assessment, 2000 words. Personal and theoretical reflections related to experiences in this course and how these can affect the role as a future teacher.
Each assignment is assessed on a scale from A-F, where A-E denotes pass and F denotes fail.