Overview
Quality teacher professional development in arts education is a critical component of a successful arts program. We provide standards-based teacher training workshops and web-based consulting for schools, districts, and arts organizations around the country and internationally. We provide master classes and keynote addresses for conferences and special events. We advise and assist schools and universities in implementing theatre arts programs and arts courses for teachers. Let us help you empower your teachers with drama!
Choose from any of the listed workshops, or create a customized training package combining topics, in-person trainings, and web-based video conferencing trainings. All of our workshops and consulting services are designed and facilitated by master teacher, Mr. Jonas Basom. For prices and availability, contact him directly at jbasom@DramaEd.net.
Save money by purchasing staff development with a volume licensing package for The Drama Game File. For details, go to Special Offers.
Staff Development Features
Custom tailored to your needs and objectives
Choose from 1.5 hrs, 2 hrs, half-day, full-day, or series
Connections to your state and national arts standards
Hands-on experiential learning for all participants
Detailed handout packet for all participants
New! Skype web training for individual or groups for added value
Examples of Staff Development Packages
1. Elementary School Site License Implementation for The Drama Game File curriculum program
- Full-day hands-on intro training in person (6hrs)
- Skype video conferencing hours for individual teachers (10hrs)
(given to motivated teachers for personalized support customized to those teachers' needs; divided among teachers on a sign-up basis)
- Full or half-day follow up training for the full staff (3 or 6hrs)
(Greater depth with integration of drama across the curriculum)
2. District Implementation for secondary theatre teachers
- Full-day hands-on intro training in person (6hrs)
(for all middle school and high school theatre arts teachers)
- Skype video conferencing hours for follow-up (10hrs)
(a mix of individual and group conferencing for personalized training)
3. District Implementation for elementary teachers
- Full-day hands-on intro training in person (6hrs)
- Series of topic workshops for depth work (4x, 2hrs each)
- Skype video conferencing hours for individual teachers (10hrs)
(given to motivated teachers for personalized support customized to those teachers' needs; divided among teachers on a sign-up basis)
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Teacher Workshops for Arts Education
• Introduction to The Drama Game File
• Nuts and Bolts of Using The Drama Game File CD-ROM
• Overview of Drama Education
• State Content Standards for Visual and Performing Arts
• Classroom Management
• Creating a Model Theatre Arts Lesson Plan
• Producing a Class Play
• Arts Advocacy: Making the Case for Theatre and the Arts
Theatre Arts Master Classes
• Puppetry
• Pantomime
• Drama Games
• Mask Theatre
• Clowning
• Radio Drama
• Public Speaking
• Improvisation
• Playwriting
• Storytelling
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Teacher Workshops for Literacy and Arts Integration Across the Curriculum
• Introduction to The Drama Game File
• Nuts and Bolts of Using The Drama Game File CD-ROM
• Literacy Alive! Using Drama in Language Arts
• Dramatic Reading! Engage and Inspire Your Students
• Story Dramatization in the Classroom
• Using Drama Across the Curriculum
• Creating a Model Theatre Arts Integrated Lesson Plan
• Classroom Management
• Building Classroom Community with Drama
• Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles
• Differentiate with Drama: From ELL to Gifted
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NEW! Skype Video Conferencing Training
Would you like to provide training for your teachers, but schedule and budget are obstacles?
Do you want follow-up personalized training for certain teachers?
Are you the only theatre teacher and would like personal assistance?
We now provide web-based video conferencing as a tool for staff development. Individuals or groups can receive customized training from one or multiple locations at the same time. Games, techniques, and teaching strategies can be demonstrated live with video conferencing. Lessons, product details, and bonus material can be displayed directly on your computer screen. Skype training is billed on an hourly basis and is completely customized to your needs.
Benefits of Training With Video Conferencing
• Great for individuals or small groups from one or multiple locations
• Save money: pay only for the training time (no travel expenses)
• Quick and easy scheduling; much less advance planning required
• The "Share Screen" feature allows us to demonstrate program details and highlight specific text
• Works between any computers with web cam and internet access
• Free software and free video-conference calls from Skype
• Get quality teacher training from anywhere in the world
Ways to Use Skype Training
• One-on-one customized training for your teaching situation
• Combine as part of an existing scheduled staff meeting
• Work with grade level team to integrate drama into curriculum
• Follow-up after a live in-person training: give hours to motivated individual teachers and grade level or campus groups to provide ongoing training and support to ensure greater success
How to Purchase Skype Training $150.00/hour 
Purchase hours online, then contact us to arrange scheduling.
Use our order form to pay by purchase order, check, or credit card.
Create a package of materials, in-person training, and Skype follow-up for a well-rounded approach to teacher preparation.
Get the free Skype software here
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Educational Consulting
Need help planning, implementing, or expanding a theatre program?
Want one-on-one training for a group of teachers or employees?
Looking for ways to improve your programming?
Trying to integrate the arts into your teacher credentialing program?
Consulting work is billed on an hourly basis to fit your needs.
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Additional Services
• Keynote address for your conference or event
• Guest presenter or workshop leader for your thespian festival, educational conference, or special event
• Guest lecturer for college or university education courses
• Model theatre arts lessons demonstrated with real students
• Business team-building and creativity training for employees
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Client List (representative)
California School Districts
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Stockton USD
• Los Angeles USD
• National City USD
• Glendale USD
• Ojai USD
• Ventura USD
• Conejo Valley USD
National and International Clients
• Jefferson County Public Schools (Kentucky)
• Texas Educational Theatre Association (Texas)
• Florida Thespians Festival (Florida)
• Washington/Oregon Theatre Teachers Assoc.
• Waco Independent School District (Texas)
• Russell Independent Schools (Kentucky)
• Portugal Teachers Group (Lisbon, Portugal)
Schools
Third Street
Shenandoah
Hancock Park
156th Street
White Point
Hawaiian Avenue
Dolores Elementary
Saticoy
Carthay Center
Leo Politi
Rockdale |
Madison
Rosemont
Plasencia
Palisades Charter
Gardena
Camino Nuevo
Weemes
Arlington Heights
Marvin Avenue
Canfield
Magnolia |
Organizations
• University of Phoenix
• Cal State University Los Angeles
• Media Workshops Foundation
• Los Angeles Times Literacy Festival
• Texas Educational Theatre Association
• Florida Thespians
• Building Educational Success Through the Arts (BEST)
• Seattle Children's Theatre
• The Hollywood Bowl
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