DRA101

Level 1 Drama (DRA101)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs R. Laidler.

Level 1 Drama is part of a scaffolded approach to Drama (a four year journey from Year 10-13). 

During Level 1 Drama, students will:

- perform to live audiences

- hone their use of acting techniques

- use Drama elements and conventions to create a piece of drama

- explore Theatre Aotearoa

Throughout the course of the year the skills that students learn will ensure they are prepared for Levels 2 and 3, but also encourage life skills such as: creativity, confidence, collaboration, time management, accountability, and conflict resolution.

Recommended Prior Learning

Year 10 Performing Arts along with attendance over 90% is preferred. 

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

No stationary is required for this subject. A $10 course contribution is requested to cover costs of performance materials. Trip costs tbc.

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: 15 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91940 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.1 - Explore the function of theatre Aotearoa
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91941 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.2 - Participate in creative strategies to create a drama
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91942 v3
NZQA Info
Drama 1.3 - Perform a scripted role for an audience using drama techniques
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

POLICY
It is the policy of Sacred Heart College Lower Hutt to have school-wide policies that inform parents and students of the criteria for administering all Assessments for National Qualifications.