PD Course
Creating the Ensemble-Based Classroom
Created by Gai Jones
Gai Jones will help you establish an ensemble-based environment from the first day of class or rehearsal.
Learn how to set up your ensemble-based classroom from day one, get students to set classroom norms, and find the balance between creative activity and structure. You’ll learn how to give your students creative freedom through structure and classroom management. The cornerstone of this course are the detailed ensemble experiences from large group to small group and even individual experiences.
This course culminates in a devising model that you can use with your students, and takes you through process, product, performance and an evaluation.
You too can create the ensemble-based classroom.
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0Lesson 0Introduction15:29 FREE PREVIEWThis lesson includes an introduction to the class, the instructor’s background, the philosophy of using ensemble experiences instead of games, and the definition of educational learning models for ensemble experiences.
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1Lesson 1Collaborative Environment14:27 FREE PREVIEWDiscover how to prepare before embarking on an ensemble-based project. You’ll also learn collaboration exercises for Day One, ways to establish consensus-based norms, methods to achieve class focus, and examples of reflective inquiry.
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2Lesson 2Large Group Experiences39:32Learn how to teach objectives, obstacles, and tactics. This lesson will equip you with a template for ensemble experiences and some examples of large group experiences.
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3Lesson 3Small Group Experiences34:19Even solo actors need to create an ensemble during monologue performances! This lesson features a list of small group experiences. Learn how to guide students through creating their own ensemble experiences.
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4Lesson 4Creating a Devised Piece29:01After creating an ensemble of caring, communicative students, you’re ready to craft a devised ensemble piece. This lesson guides you through the entire process, including production and evaluation.
Standards Addressed
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work - Grade 6
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade 6
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work - Grade 7
Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation - Grade 7
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade 7
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work - Grade 8
Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation - Grade 8
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade 8
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade HS Proficient
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work - High School Accomplished
Select, analyze, and interpret artistic work for presentation - Grade HS Accomplished
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade HS Accomplished
Generate and conceptualize artistic ideas and work - High School Advanced
- TH:Cr1.1.HSIII.a Synthesize knowledge from a variety of dramatic forms, theatrical conventions, and technologies to create the visual composition of a drama/ theatre work.
- TH:Cr1.1.HSIII.c Integrate cultural and historical contexts with personal experiences to create a character that is believable and authentic, in a drama/theatre work.
Synthesize and relate knowledge and personal experiences to make art - Grade HS Advanced
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade 6
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 6
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade 6
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade 7
- TH:Cr2.1.7.a Examine and justify original ideas and artistic choices in a drama/theatre work based on critical analysis, background knowledge, and historical and cultural context.
- TH:Cr2.1.7.b Demonstrate mutual respect for self and others and their roles in preparing or devising drama/theatre work.
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 7
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade 7
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade 8
- TH:Cr2.1.8.a Articulate and apply critical analysis, background knowledge, research, and historical and cultural context to the development of original ideas for a drama/theatre work.
- TH:Cr2.1.8.b Share leadership and responsibilities to develop collaborative goals when preparing or devising drama/theatre work.
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade 8
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade 8
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade HS Proficient
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade HS Proficient
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade HS Accomplished
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade HS Accomplished
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade HS Accomplished
Organize and develop artistic ideas and work - Grade HS Advanced
Develop and refine artistic techniques and work for presentation - Grade HS Advanced
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade HS Advanced
Refine new work through play, drama processes and theatre experiences using critical analysis and experimentation - Grade 6
Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work - Grade 7
Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work - Grade 8
Refine new work through play, drama processes and theatre experiences using critical analysis and experimentation - Grade HS Proficient
Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work - Grade HS Proficient
Refine new work through play, drama processes and theatre experiences using critical analysis and experimentation - Grade HS Accomplished
- TH:Cr3.1.HSII.a Use the rehearsal process to analyze the dramatic concept and technical design elements of a devised or scripted drama/theatre work.
- TH:Cr3.1.HSII.b Use research and script analysis to revise physical, vocal, and physiological choices impacting the believability and relevance of a drama/ theatre work.
Convey meaning through the presentation of artistic work - Grade HS Accomplished
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade HS Accomplished
Refine new work through play, drama processes and theatre experiences using critical analysis and experimentation - Grade HS Advanced
- TH:Cr3.1.HSIII.a Refine, transform, and re-imagine a devised or scripted drama/theatre work using the rehearsal process to invent or re-imagine style, genre, form, and conventions.
- TH:Cr3.1.HSIII.b Synthesize ideas from research, script analysis, and context to create a performance that is believable, authentic, and relevant in a drama/theatre work.
Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding - Grade HS Advanced
- TH:Cn11.2.HSIII.a Justify the creative choices made in a devised or scripted drama/theatre work, based on a critical interpretation of specific data from theatre research.
- TH:Cn11.2.HSIII.b Present and support an opinion about the social, cultural, and historical understandings of a drama/theatre work, based on critical research.
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