Hey gals. Hey guys. Whoa! Thanks for sticking around this long. By now, you can appreciate that Drama 10 is a bit of a nutty subject. It is dynamic, and, as such, you are offered a variety of experiences. Some activities, like those of these first few weeks, are designed to help you get to know each other; some are for dramatic expression, while others develop character or voice. Most activities stir some kind of a personal response. That response is different for most people, and it usually takes the form of a thought, feeling and/or an idea. That thought or feeling is a very important part of personal growth. Putting these thoughts, feelings, and ideas on paper is a way to track your progress and to show that you are reflecting on the experiences that you are having. It is also a great way to assess the course and self-evaluate as we keep on truckin’.

While your deepest, darkest and most personal thoughts are great things to write down in personal journals, diaries, love letters, and blogs, those items do not belong in your Drama Journal. It is also not a place to criticize other students in the class unless your own growth and learning, or personal safety is being threatened. All information in your journal entries will be confidential.

It is difficult to put a word limit on your reflections. It will depend on the experiences you have in drama class. Some students my find that is better write a poem, compose a song, or draw a detailed picture. Others may write in point form for a drama journal. What is critical is that you document your reflections. For those who work better with a word budget, 200-250 words will work fine.