LISTEN! Non-hierarchical Teaching and Learning through Co-Created Theatre in a High School Community, 2023
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2023
Creator
- Hamilton-French, Leah Elizabeth (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
62 pages (62 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"This paper discusses and reflects on a devised theater project co-created by the author, a high school theater teacher, and four of her students in the spring of 2023. In addition to a describing the project design and outcomes, it weaves together research on the school-to-prison pipeline, restorative discipline, non-hierarchical pedagogy, and storytelling as methodology with participant interviews and anecdotal evidence from devising sessions and performances to advocate for co-created theater as a means of shifting power dynamics within classrooms and empowering students. Reflecting on the project, the author discusses how the devising process became an opportunity to release control to students and practice non-hierarchical pedagogy and deep listening. Students were also empowered and practiced empathy through listening to one another and feeling listened to by peers and audience members." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01D Performing Arts
Physical Description
62 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
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