Connect and Collaborate: Using Drama and Music Strategies to Increase Engagement in the Classroom
classroom teaching strategies
Description:
This interactive in-person session equips CRTs with practical drama and music-based strategies that strengthen student engagement, connection, and collaboration across both primary and secondary settings. Participants will explore how creative approaches—such as improvisation, role-play, vocal warm-ups, rhythm games, and collaborative performance activities—can be seamlessly woven into the CRT teaching day. Participants will take away a toolkit of creative, hands-on strategies they can implement immediately to boost engagement, foster teamwork, and cultivate joyful, student-centred learning.
Standards addressed:
- 6.3.2 Engage with colleagues and improve practice
- 6.2.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice
- 3.3.2 Use teaching strategies
- 3.4.2 Select and use resources
Course Length: 4 hours
Presenter: Laura Zinghini
The session provides a valuable opportunity to connect and collaborate with fellow CRTs, with refreshments offered in a relaxed and supportive environment.
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Registration
Last day to register is 15/06/2026