Table of Contents

Part I: Why Use DBP?

Origins of Drama for Schools’ Drama-Based Pedagogy

What Is Drama-Based Pedagogy?

Introduction to DBP Learning Design

Part II: What Is DBP?

DBP Strategies 

Activating Dialogue

Theatre Game as Metaphor

Image Work

Role Work

Part III: How Is DBP Used?

Review of the Dbp Learning Approach

Examples of Dbp Learning Design in Action

Further Considerations in Dbp Learning Design

About the Author

Kathryn Dawson is an assistant professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of Texas.

Bridget Kiger Lee is a post-doctoral research fellow at Ohio State University, who wishes to increase student engagement and ownership of learning.

Reviews

'DBP offers students of all abilities choices for self-expression. Instead of limiting communication to speaking and writing, DBP allows complex student thought, feelings, and ideas to be represented an infinite number of ways – physically, tactilely, aurally, and visually, to name just a few.'
*Talleri A. McRae, Arts Access, Inclusion and Education Consultant*

'DBP is an engaging practice for anyone hoping to spark authentic dialogue with their learning communities. I have used these strategies to teach core content, engage youth in social issues, and create artistic projects.'
*Nitra Gutiérrez, Creative Learning Instructional Coach, Austin Independent School District.*