Speak up! A drama course for ESOL learners

When & Where

8 November 2024 - 4 April 2025 ( 42.5 hours, 17 weeks )
Morning, Friday
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Waterloo Centre

Quick Facts

Availability Late starts accepted
Tutor Chloe Stephens
Course Code W24DMAA10A
Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

A drama course for Entry 2 and 3 students to develop your confidence in communicating. The course will focus on both verbal and non-verbal communication. You will be supported in a safe and playful environment to develop your skills. Through games and drama exercises you will develop your speaking and listening skills. The course will finish with an informal performance sharing for your family and friends. No previous drama experience is necessary. On completing this course you will gain an OCNLR Entry Level 3 Award in Progression. This course will be FREE if you are in receipt of benefits. Please speak to your tutor or come into the College to speak to our Enrolments team to sign up.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Feel more confident in speaking and listening
Confidently express yourself not just through words, but also through facial expressions and body language
Know more about performance skills
Be able to take a role in preparing for a performance
Be able to perform for an audience

On successful completion of the course, you will achieve the following qualification: Extended Award in Progression (Entry 3) [OCNLR]

Class format and activities

• There will be fun warm-up exercises and drama games, using both English language and non-verbal communication.• Drama activities that encourage you to use and improve the speaking skills you have already• Pair and group work• Tutor and peer feedback

Entry requirements

ESOL Entry Level 2 & 3. No previous acting experience needed

What you need to know before you enrol

Come prepared to have fun!

What you need

Pen and paper, comfortable clothes you can move in and water to hand

What you can do next

Acting: Beginners, Acting: Introduction

Cost

Full fee

£150

Concession fee