Using Drama In Special Education

Authors

  • Timothy P. Dunne

Keywords:

Drama, Arts, Expression, Special Education, Process vs Product, Facilitate, Therapeutic, Learning Experience, Drama Games, Approach, Fun, Experience, Guidelines, Framework, Curriculum, Subject, Freedom

Abstract

Drama as a process rather than a product can facilitate rich therapeutic and learning experiences. With the Drama Games approach it is more important to appreciate fun than to cultivate expertise. 

References

Bolton, G. (1986). Selected writings of Gavin Bolton on Drama in Education. (Eds.) D. Davis & C. Lawerence. London: Longman.

Bond, T. (1986). Games for Social and Life Skills. London: Hutchinson.

Brandes, D. and Phillips, H. (1977). The Gamesters Handbook. London: Hutchinson.

Gardner, R.A. (1973). Understanding Children. New York: Aronson.

Jennings, S. (1986). Creative Drama in Group Work. London: Winslow Press

Spolin, V. (1981). Theatre Games. In Schatner, G and Courtney, R. (1981) Drama in Therapy. New York: Drama Book Specialists.

Schaefer, C.E. and Reid, S.E. (Eds.) (1986). Game Play. New York: Wiley & Sons.

Warren B., (Ed.) (1984). Using the Creative Arts in Therapy. London: Croom Helm.

Warren, B. (1981). Drama Games for Mentally Handicapped People. London National Society for Mentally Handicapped Children and Adults.

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Published

1998-11-11

How to Cite

Dunne, T. P. (1998). Using Drama In Special Education. REACH: Journal of Inclusive Education in Ireland, 2(1), 8–13. Retrieved from https://reachjournal.ie/index.php/reach/article/view/512

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (1988)

Section

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