Drama and Intelligence A Cognitive Theory

Drama, as defined by Courtney, encompasses all kinds of dramatic action, from children's play to social roles and theatre. He shows not only that teachers have found educational drama and spontaneous improvisation to be an invaluable learning tool but that many skills required for work and leis...

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Main Author: Courtney, Richard
Format: eBook Book
Language:English
Published: Montreal ; Buffalo MQUP 01.11.1990
McGill-Queen's University Press
Edition:1
Subjects:
Cognition
Drama in education
Intellect
Language & Literature
Philosophy
Psychological aspects
Theater
Theater > Philosophy
Theater > Psychological aspects
ISBN:0773507663, 9780773507661
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Summary:Drama, as defined by Courtney, encompasses all kinds of dramatic action, from children's play to social roles and theatre. He shows not only that teachers have found educational drama and spontaneous improvisation to be an invaluable learning tool but that many skills required for work and leisure reflect the theatrical ability to "read" others and see things from their point of view.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:0773507663
9780773507661