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Using Drama Techniques To Encourage Oral Interaction, Chamkaur Gill
Using Drama Techniques To Encourage Oral Interaction, Chamkaur Gill
Chamkaur Gill
The writer argues drama is certainly not a panacea for all the ills existing in the language teaching world, but it would seem to have strengths in the oral skills area that conservative teaching methods do not.
Motivating English-Language Learners Through Drama Techniques, Chamkaur Gill
Motivating English-Language Learners Through Drama Techniques, Chamkaur Gill
Chamkaur Gill
The focus of this paper is on the use of drama in English-language learning. It discusses the writer's use of drama techniques in teaching his language-learners at Bond University, Australia. The writer presents the advantages of drama over traditional teaching methodology and discusses the characteristics of learners and teachers involved in the application of such techniques. Throughout the paper, reference is made to the findings and philosophies of researchers and practitioners associated with the use of drama strategies. It concludes with the suggestion that the relevant authorities should recognise drama as an innovative strategy and consider raising its profile.