SHS3 Literature In English · Semester 2 Week 4: From Script to Stage

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.3.3.LI.1 - Use the skills acquired to create drama pieces

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Generate original story ideas based on contemporary Ghanaian issues and select one for script development.
Write a synopsis that clearly outlines the plot, characters, setting, and central conflict of their proposed drama piece.
Apply the process writing approach (pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, publishing) to create a complete, performable drama script.
Critique peers’ draft scripts constructively using criteria such as clarity of dialogue, character development, and cultural authenticity.
Demonstrate inclusive group collaboration by assigning roles, sharing responsibilities, and supporting quieter members in the script-writing process.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Drama (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: From Script to Stage (3.3)
Content standard: 3.3.3.CS.1 - Exhibit knowledge and understanding of analysing, scripting, converting and performing drama pieces, 3.3.3.LO.1 Create and convert drama pieces/scripts for performance.
Indicator: 3.3.3.LI.1 - Use the skills acquired to create drama pieces
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 4 (Week 24 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. 145

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Group Activity: In groups (friendship or gender based) write out a story based on a contemporary issue. Write a synopsis to guide the writing process. Use the process writing approach. Learners work in groups to embrace cultural diversity and inclusion to lend support to others.

Assessment (3.3.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

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