SETC 2014 Convention

A day-long seminar designed for teachers and directors of theatre arts, teachers who use or integrate theatre techniques into their curriculum and those who are studying to be teachers. In traditional African societies, the griot or djeli is the community storyteller, historian, and archive for communal knowledge. In this workshop, participants will explore techniques for productively and carefully engaging students' life experiences as a catalyst for learning across disciplines. Daniel and Adam guide participants through the progression they use in their work to think about the role and function of the griot in contemporary society, and share how to engage students in this leadership role. Using movement, storytelling, improvisation, writing, group dialogue, song, and games, participants explore the power of their own experiences and stories as they relate to important issues in their communities. They will then consider how these stories interrelate and, finally, begin to think about composition and staging their communities' voices.

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Getting kids to begin the writing process is half the battle. In this workshop, teachers will learn techniques to direct students on the way to creating scripts for publication and presentation.

This system develops foundational theatre skills, builds the ensemble, and builds a physically and emotionally safe environment for creative expression. Come ready to move, participate and play!

Participants will investigate the value of applying arts integration practices to contemporary educational practices such as Common Core State Standards and Marzano's Deliberate Practice Strategies.

Curious about International Baccalaureate (IB) Theatre? Get a clear overview at this hands-on workshop about its requirements, philosophy and the four assessments with which in concludes.

Promoting literacy is a window into the core for theatre educators. Learn to transform children's literature into creative dramatics presentations, including school performances and tours.

Many regional professional theatres have education departments. Learn teaching artist techniques and strategies for teaching in the K-12 classroom. For university students and emerging professionals.

Speak to a panel of theatre artists that have used digital storytelling techniques with youth in various settings. Ask questions and discuss trends and issues within this artistic medium.

The 2014 Core Arts Standards will be released this month online in their web-based environment. An overview and Q&A session will address how the new standards will impact PreK-12 theatre education.

This hands-on workshop, led by the only professional theater for playwrights under 19, is for young people and teachers. The focus is on the young playwright as a legitimate artist with a minority voice.

Teachers are the most important factor in student achievement. Come celebrate yourself and each other in a conversation with colleagues sponsored by SETC’s Teachers Institute. Engage with other K-12 teachers and be prepared to ask questions, offer new ideas, make a new friend, and help SETC provide you with the programs you need to energize your classroom. Chocolate will be provided.