We believe that giving young people a positive experience of Shakespeare at school is vital and that using active, theatre-based approaches is the best way for all students to develop their understanding and enjoyment of the plays.
Teachers' courses for Key Stage 3
"The study of Shakespeare should be based on whole texts, presented in ways that will engage pupils and provide an experience of the play in performance."
QCA Programme of study: English KS3. Draft for consultation
More information on the RSC's programme of courses will be available shortly.
Writing through Drama: Years 5-8
Stratford-upon-Avon, 27 March 2009
Improve writing in Years 5-8 through drama based activities designed to inspire young people's creativity and support the development of their skills for writing.
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Teaching Shakespeare at KS3
Romeo and Juliet, Stratford-upon-Avon, 28 November 2008
Romeo and Juliet, London, 17 October 2008
The Tempest, Stratford-upon-Avon, 14 November 2008
Theatre-based practical strategies designed to help students improve their understanding of the plays, characters, language and ideas and to develop their written responses.
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Exploring Shakespeare's Language: Key Stage 3, 4 and 5
London, 10 February 2009
How does Shakespeare's language work? In this course, designed for teachers of English, Drama and Theatre Studies, we will explore a variety of rehearsal room based approaches aimed at building understanding of text.
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In Role Approaches to Teaching Shakespeare at KS2 & KS3
Stratford-upon-Avon, 30 January 2009
The perfect antidote for those pupils who find Shakespeare's work remote or inacessible.
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For more information please call Sheila O'Sullivan, our Teachers' Programme Administrator on 01789 403462 or email teachers.courses@rsc.org.uk
How do I book?
Please see individual course pages for prices and booking information.
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