SHS1 Literature In English · Semester 2 Week 8: From Script to Stage

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.3.3.LI.1 - Perform monologues of chosen scenes from a variety of plays.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define a monologue and identify the key features of an effective dramatic monologue.
Select an interesting monologue from a provided script or play excerpt and explain their choice.
Practise a chosen monologue in groups, applying voice control, facial expression, and simple gestures.
Perform a monologue individually in class with confidence, clarity, and appropriate emotion.
Provide respectful, constructive feedback on peers’ performances using simple criteria.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Drama (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: From Script to Stage (3.3)
Content standard: 1.3.3.CS.1 - Exhibit knowledge and understanding of scripting and performing drama pieces. 1.3.3.LO.1 Use the skills acquired to produce and perform a drama sketch. 1.3.3.LO.2 Use the skills acquired to write drama pieces
Indicator: 1.3.3.LI.1 - Perform monologues of chosen scenes from a variety of plays.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 8 (Week 28 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 61

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Project-Based Learning:

- Guide learners with questions to select interesting monologues, practise in groups and individually perform in class to ensure all category of learners are included in the lesson. This will develop inclusivity.

- Doing it in groups with peers before performing in class will help learners gain confidence to develop their gifts and talents to play meaningful roles in the development of the creative arts industry.

Assessment (1.3.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Scripted drama piece based on varied themes
- Action clip
- Film and skits online/internet