Government of Manitoba
Understanding Drama in Context

Understanding Drama in Context (DR-U3) »
Students demonstrate understanding of the roles, purposes, and meanings of drama in the lives of individuals and in communities.

 

Students who have achieved expectations for this grade are able to 

Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8
demonstrate understanding of the multiple roles and purposes of drama in society (e.g., for celebrations, commemorations, education, persuasion)

5-8 DR-U3.1

examine and explain own purposes for creating drama

5-8 DR-U3.2

demonstrate understanding of the intended meanings and/or purposes of drama encountered in own performance and viewing experiences

5-8 DR-U3.3

demonstrate appreciation of drama as a means of experiencing the world and understanding the perspectives of others

5-8 DR-U3.4

demonstrate understanding of ways in which drama reflects and influences the identity of individuals and groups

5-8 DR-U3.5

demonstrate awareness of the impact of context on dramatic artists and their works (e.g., consider personal, social, cultural, geographical/environmental, historical contexts)

5-8 DR-U3.6

demonstrate behaviours and attitudes appropriate for performers and audience members in a variety of drama settings and contexts

5-8 DR-U3.7

describe a variety of drama-related careers

5-8 DR-U3.8