E30 - Drama in the classroom: beyond the role play (with Richard Silberg)

E30 - Drama in the classroom: beyond the role play (with Richard Silberg) We’ve all used role plays in class, but have we truly explored what drama can unlock for language learners? 🔓 In this episode, Shey and Anna chat with Richard Silberg about how drama has become a central part of his practice as an English language teacher and how teachers can get started using simple drama techniques. 🍂 Fall Donation Drive 🍂If you like our episodes and can spare a little change this season, we hope you’ll support us through one of our options at teacherthinkaloud.com/support-us. A little love goes a long way. 🤎💛 References & resources Silberg, R. English Language Teaching and Drama. (Richard’s website!) Flynn, R. (2017). Tableau Classroom Drama Activities. Kelan, D. (2009). In Their Own Words: Drama With Young ELLs. Dr. Ian Andrew McDonald’s LinkedIn Page Questions for Reflection: How have you used movement and drama techniques in your classrooms? What drama-related activities have you tried? How did they go? How has drama enriched your students’ learning experience? What would you add to Richard’s ideas and resources? Bonus! 🍸 Richard’s Spanish Negroni Cocktail 2 parts Mezcal (or Gin) 1 part Campari ½ part Amontillado Sherry ½ part White Vermouth A few dashes of Orange Bitters Stir with ice and pour into cocktail glass Garnish with fresh orange peel 🍊 Yummm…