Create to Learn, Learn to Create: Devising a Curriculum and Lesson Plans Using Theatre for English Language Classes in Japan, 2024
Scope and Content Note
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Dates
- 2024
Creator
- Matsushima, Sora (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
65 pages
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"Learning different languages is not an easy process for everyone and requires lots of time and effort. In Japan, English has been taught as a foreign language in schools for decades. However, most of the students cannot use English as a communication tool in practice because students are sitting at their desks and teachers just convey their knowledge, even though the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) and teachers have been gradually changing their approach. I believe that theatre can help improve the quality of language education in Japan because it requires vocal, physical, and emotional involvement, even if there are some challenges because of cultural differences. This project discusses Japanese culture and the challenges of bringing theatre into Japanese classrooms, and suggests a possible alternative approach to teaching English more effectively through theatre in Japanese classrooms." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01D Performing Arts
Physical Description
65 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
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