Drama Class Introduction

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What does the term 'drama' derive from in Greek?

  • To act
  • To tell a story
  • To perform
  • To do (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of drama?

  • Educate
  • Entertain
  • Inform
  • Persuade (correct)

Which skill is NOT developed through participation in drama?

  • Communication skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Technical skills (correct)
  • Creativity

What is essential for the communication process within drama?

<p>Common system of symbols (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following benefits is associated with engaging in drama?

<p>Enhanced problem solving (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the Greek word 'dran'?

<p>to do or action</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is drama?

<p>A story enacted by actors on a stage for a live audience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another word for drama?

<p>play</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of drama?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way that drama helps to develop skills?

<p>Singing skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary functions of drama are to educate, inform, and entertain.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key skill that is important for the drama class?

<p>Communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'good communicator' do well?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some key benefits of studying drama?

<p>Drama helps to develop communication skills, encourages leadership, teamwork, compromise, authentic listening skills, builds confidence and self-esteem, refines presentation skills, encourages self-acceptance and acceptance of others. Drama encourages pride in work, responsibility, problem solving, management, and organizational skills. Begets creativity and imagination</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is Drama?

Drama is a story told through actors' actions and dialogue, performed for an audience.

Drama's purpose

Drama aims to educate, entertain, and inform the audience.

Communication in Drama

Communicating ideas and emotions is central to drama, using different methods like speaking, gestures, and body language.

Benefits of Drama

Drama improves communication, builds confidence, fosters teamwork, and encourages creativity.

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Drama's origin

The word "drama" comes from the Greek word 'dran', meaning 'to do' or 'action'.

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Business

Organized effort to produce and sell goods and services that meet societal needs for profit.

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Profit

Money earned from selling goods or services after paying for resources and expenses.

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Salary

Fixed regular payment for work, usually monthly, expressed as an annual sum.

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Wages

Fixed payment for work, usually daily or weekly, based on hours worked.

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Commission

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Bonus

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Business Studies

The study of how individuals and groups organize, plan, and act to create and develop goods and services to satisfy customer needs.

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Why study Business Studies?

Helps you make better investment decisions, understand profit calculation, learn to motivate people, develop problem-solving skills, and understand marketing.

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Investment Decisions

Choosing where to put your money to make it grow, based on understanding of business.

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Profit Calculation

Determining the financial gain from business activities.

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Motivating People

Encouraging and inspiring people to work hard and achieve goals.

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Problem-Solving Skills

Ability to identify and solve challenges that arise in business.

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Marketing

The process of identifying and satisfying customer wants and needs.

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Stakeholder

An individual or group with an interest in a business, such as employees, customers, or investors.

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Goods

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Services

Intangible actions or activities provided for a fee.

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Customer Needs

The desires and requirements that customers have for goods and services.

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Profit Margin

The percentage of profit earned on each dollar of revenue.

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Revenue

Total income earned from selling goods or services.

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Expenses

Costs incurred by a business to produce and sell goods or services.

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Fixed Costs

Costs that remain constant, regardless of the quantity of goods produced or sold.

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Variable Costs

Costs that change based on the quantity of goods produced or sold.

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Break-Even Point

The level of sales needed to cover all costs.

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Market Research

Gathering and analyzing information about customers, competitors, and the market.

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Marketing Mix

The combination of marketing tools used to reach customers, including product, price, place, and promotion.

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Product Differentiation

Making a product or service stand out from the competition.

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Pricing Strategy

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Distribution Channel

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Promotion

Communicating the value of a product or service to customers.

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Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Developing and maintaining relationships with customers to build loyalty and retain business.

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Entrepreneurship

The process of starting and running a new business.

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Small Business

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Large Corporation

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Study Notes

Drama Class Introduction

  • Drama class welcome
  • Topic: Introduction to Drama: Communication skills and Confidence
  • Lesson Objectives
    • Define the term Drama
    • Understand the importance of communication in drama
    • Understand the importance of drama
  • Outcome
    • Students understand the importance of drama and how it builds life skills
  • Keywords
    • Drama
    • Story
    • Actors
    • Audience
    • Communication
    • Educate
    • Entertain
    • Inform
  • What is Drama?
    • Derived from the Greek word "dran," meaning "to do" or "action"
    • Story enacted by actors on a stage for a live audience
  • Drama as a Story Told in Dialogue
    • Drama is a story told through dialogue by performers in front of an audience
    • Another word for a play
  • Communication and Drama
    • Drama's core is communicating ideas, feelings, or emotions to an audience
    • Communication uses common systems of symbols (speaking, writing, gestures, mime, etc.)
  • Communication Functions in Drama
    • The core purpose of communication is to educate, inform, and entertain
    • These are also the primary functions of drama
  • Importance of Drama
    • Develops communication skills
    • Encourages leadership and teamwork
    • Encourages compromise and authentic listening skills
    • Builds confidence and self-esteem
    • Improves presentation skills
    • Encourages self-acceptance and acceptance of others
    • Encourages pride in work, responsibility, problem-solving, management, and organizational skills
    • Fosters creativity and imagination
  • Class Activities
  • Presentation
  • Plenary
    • Skills needed in drama class
    • Good communicator qualities
    • Importance of drama
  • Have a great day. See you next class.

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