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Research Paper | Pedagogy | Palestinian Territories | Volume 6 Issue 1, January 2017 | Rating: 6.8 / 10
The Role of Drama in Improving Students English from the Teachers? Perspective
Tahani Refa'at Khalil Bsharat
Abstract: This study sought to find out the role of drama in improving students' English from the of teachers? perspective. To be able to carry out this aim, the researcher used analytical descriptive analysis along with a 20-item questionnaire to collect the necessary. The researcher analyzed the collected data via using SPSS package, means, averages and standard deviations. The study results showed that drama helps students develop self-confidence, enhances cooperation, understanding and, decision making skills. Additionally, drama helps students express imaginative ideas and use language more confidently. Results also showed no statistically significant differences in the role of drama in improving students' English from the teachers? perspective due to the variables of the study (gender and years of experience). Based on these results, the researcher recommended using more dramatic activities in the English syllabuses. Workshops and symposiums for teacher training on how to use drama in their teaching practices should be held from time to time.
Keywords: Drama, students English, teachers perspectives
Edition: Volume 6 Issue 1, January 2017,
Pages: 300 - 304