Drama and Oral Interpretation

Course Number 9828D
Subject Area Concentration
Grades Offered
7,
8
Duration
Semester

This course introduces the student, through oral reading assignments, to drama and oral interpretation. The student practices fluent oral reading of drama and prose emphasizing expression and meaning. The student prepares and performs skits, monologues, and short plays. Improvisations are an important part of class. Videotaping of presentations allows students to critique their own performances.