Year 13 Drama (13DRA)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Dryden.
NCEA Level Three Drama continues to place emphasis on practical skills & performance. Influenced by whakapapa and is a way to respond to and share in identity, culture, and perspectives through the art of storytelling, weaving them in through the collaborative process.
The course requires an active participation in a range of drama disciplines, enabling students to extend their confidence, knowledge, and skills in performance with the opportunity to explore areas of interest in script writing, directing, theatre design & technology.
The emphasis on public performance continues throughout the course at a greater level than at previous years. This will consequently demand a high level of personal commitment from the students that will continue to strengthen and uphold manaakitanga within the class. Strengthening the awareness of wairuatanga and whakawhanaungatanga; as we extend the relationship between performer and audience in our own work and that of others, making connections between the world of the drama and our own. Synthesizing ideas, reflecting and enhancing ones own personal voice.
Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of drama disciplines and experiences, as this course aims to allow students to continue to appreciate and enjoy drama as an interest or as a prospect for further study.
The NCEA Level Three Course Provides UE and a fantastic pathway for those looking to pursue Drama at Tertiary Level, alongside those looking to move into Medicine, Nursing, Childcare, Social Work and other career pathways as Drama enables people to connect, communicate & give manaakitanga to others.
The Level 3 Standards offered will vary, as the course is designed to meet the needs of the individual. Drama Scholarship is also offered at this level.
Please note: For each Achievement Standard supportive evidence is an NCEA requirement. This will be through a range of means e.g., kōrero, video, audio, and other written means. Rehearsals may be required outside normal school hours in preparation for production performances. Therefore, key capabilities such as self-discipline, collaboration and communication skills are integral to this highly creative course.
In addition: Students will have the opportunity to see live performances at a range of local venues to enhance their appreciation of theatre & use towards an external where they are required to Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions, and technologies within live performance.
Some of the standards outlined in this course are optional and will be discussed with the HOD at the start of the year to ensure the best pathway is offered to the individual.
Pre-requisites
Must have completed NCEA Level Two Drama, gaining at least 14 credits which includes passing either DRAM2.6. (Production) OR DRAM 2.2 (Devising) As many of the assessments are group based, students need to understand that a focused commitment is essential as working with others.
Enrolment of a student who has NOT taken NCEA Level 2 Drama will be at the discretion of the HOD after an audition process has been undertaken.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$70 for workbooks and scripts which are needed during the year. Professional theatre trips and visiting performers will incur an additional cost and will be provided at the time of booking events. These events will most likely occur after hours with evening performances. The performances are designed to support and prepare the students for their externals, whilst exposing them to live performance to inform and strengthen their own practice.
Assessment Information
For each Achievement Standard supportive written evidence is a NCEA requirement. Students who are recognised for their ability and potential will be nominated for the Scholarship exam in November. Support and tutorials will be given to ensure maximum opportunity is given to achieve and excel. The course also offers students to use their school based devices as part of the digital learning environment.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
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Drama 3.1 - Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance
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Drama 3.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept
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Drama 3.3 - Interpret a text from a prescribed playwright to demonstrate knowledge of a theatre form or period
This external will remain an optional exam based on the individuals course and needs.
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Drama 3.4 - Select and use complex performance skills associated with a drama form or period
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Drama 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the work of a drama or theatre theorist or practitioner
This internal will remain optional and is best suited to those sitting Scholarship and/or completing the theatre form performance paper.
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Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
This is an optional internal to allows those who want to perform in a show the opportunity and for those with other commitments the opportunity to manage workload across their NZC.
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Drama 3.8 - Script a drama suitable for live performance
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Drama 3.9 - Direct a drama performance
This internal is optional and will only be offered to those who can work well in leading a team of others in an organised manner and maintain a working journal of the process as this is crucial to the outcome of this journey.
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SCHL - Drama
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 36
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
Owing to teachers responding to individual students' needs, courses and NCEA standards taught in a subject maybe different to those displayed.