12DRA

Level 2 Drama

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Hale.

Level 2 Drama

The Level Two course is composed of both external and internal Drama Achievement Standards.
Drama is a mode of learning that challenges students to make meaning of their world. The aims of the course are to provide pathways into the performing arts and provide knowledge and skills that are transferable to a variety of artistic, social, and work-related contexts.


Course Overview

Term 1
Students will have the opportunity to work in small groups, working to present a script of their choice. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.

Term 2
Students will explore a range of topical issues; selecting one to create a performance around. During this term, there will be another opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.

Term 3
Students will work together to select a script and present aspects of this; developing an understanding of stagecraft, voice, and teamwork.

Term 4
This term will be focused on revision for the external exam.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

There may be a cost involved for viewing live theatre.
Highlighter
Pencil
Exercise Book

Pathway

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.

Total Credits Available: 21 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 17 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91213 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91216 v4
NZQA Info
Drama 2.4 - Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91218 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91219 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.7 - Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions and technologies within live performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91220 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.8 - Script a scene suitable for drama performance
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 21
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 17
Total Numeracy Credits: 0