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Which subject	Drama
What topic	Scene direction
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Scene Direction

Topic

Scene Direction

Objectives

• Understand the role of scene directions in plays and performances.
• Identify different types of scene directions (e.g., stage directions, blocking).
• Practice interpreting and implementing scene directions through group activities.

Materials

• Excerpts from a selected play containing scene directions
• Whiteboard and markers
• Pencils and paper for notes
• Projector (optional for showing video examples of scene directions)
• Evaluation rubric for group activity

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 7

Subject

Drama

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

• Aligns with the Performing Arts standards focusing on understanding, interpreting, and performing dramatic texts.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Brief overview of scene directions; explain their purpose in theatre. Engage students with questions.
2	Reading Excerpts	10	Distribute excerpts with scene directions. Have students read in pairs and identify types of directions.
3	Group Discussion	5	Discuss findings as a class. What are common types of scene directions?
4	Group Activity	7	In groups of 4, students choose a scene direction from the excerpts to act out. Provide guidance.
5	Reflections	3	Have each group share their insights about the different interpretations of the scene directions.
6	Homework Explanation	5	Assign homework: students write a short paragraph on how scene directions affect acting.

Assessment

• Evaluation of group activity based on participation and interpretation
• Review of written homework without in-class presentations.

Homework

• Write a short paragraph on how scene directions influence acting choices and the overall performance. Submit in the next class for written feedback.

Additional Notes

• Encourage creativity in group activities while ensuring respect for the text.
• Prepare to provide additional support to students who may struggle with the concepts.

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This lesson plan is designed to promote engagement and understanding of scene directions while ensuring all students can participate actively in the learning process.

Lesson script