This Thursday, February 21, Monkey Baa teaching artist Sarah Wood will be in Taree to work with school teachers from as far as the Central Coast, and share Monkey Baa’s practical strategies for using drama as a teaching tool across the primary curriculum.
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This professional development aims to inspire teachers to use unique approaches for fostering learning, for example: the use of movement in maths tuition, geography through physical tableaux, and exploring literacy through the spoken word.
Monkey Baa creates plays and arts education programs for ages three to 18 and also provides professional development opportunities for teachers.
The company focuses on the “whole of childhood” approach, striving to “ensure young people, wherever they are located and whatever their economic circumstances, have the opportunity to share in fantastic theatre experiences that reflect their own lives.”
The work with teachers and students link to their productions and serves the company’s aspiration that theatre be an intrinsic part of every young person’s life.
Public Programs and Education engagement officer for the Manning Entertainment Centre, Ali Haigh is very pleased the theatre is facilitating the session, and hopes it leads to more similar workshops that educators can use to enhance their teaching.
“Our professional learning programs at the Manning Entertainment Centre are designed to be practical, hands-on experiences that equip you with skills to apply immediately into the classroom,” she said.
The workshop will be held between noon and 2pm on Thursday.
