School plays in secondary schools: an exploration of student and teacher perspectives

Brewer, Sally 2012. School plays in secondary schools: an exploration of student and teacher perspectives. Cardiff University. Item availability restricted.

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Abstract

This research aimed to explore the perceptions of students and teachers involved in school plays in secondary schools. The main aims of the study were to investigate teachers’ and students' motivation to participate and to explore their perceptions regarding the potential benefits, challenges and positive and negative impacts of involvement in this activity. Given the limited amount of research investigating this area, literature relating to the arts in education, drama and theatre in education, youth theatre groups and extra-curricular activities have been included in the rationale for studying this area. The study employed a two-phase mixed methodology design, which involved an initial phase of questionnaires completed by students and teachers. This was followed by focus groups with the students and semi-structured interviews with the teachers involved. Results indicate that intrinsic enjoyment of the activity was one of the key motivators for student participants. A number of perceived positive impacts and benefits in relation to the students’ personal and social development were identified, along with a number of perceived challenges and negative impacts in relation to the process. The findings are discussed in relation to relevant psychological theories and the practical implications for the field of Educational Psychology.

Item Type:	Thesis (Other)
Status:	Unpublished
Schools:	Psychology
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1603 Secondary Education. High schools N Fine Arts > NX Arts in general P Language and Literature > PN Literature (General) > PN2000 Dramatic representation. The Theater
Uncontrolled Keywords:	School play ; School production ; Arts in education ; Theatre and education ; Drama and education ; Youth theatre ; Extra-curricular aActivities ; Performing arts and young people ; Performing arts and schools
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	30 March 2016
Last Modified:	15 Aug 2023 13:03
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/37717

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