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

The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast

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.

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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…

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