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Elements Of Drama

This course introduces students to the fundamental elements of drama, exploring its definition, origin, and functions. It covers essential dramatic techniques such as characterization, plot construction, and dialogue. The course also examines various dramatic genres, including tragedy, comedy, and melodrama, using textual analysis of plays like Oedipus Rex and Hamlet to enhance understanding and appreciation of dramatic literature.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
DramaElementsGenresTechniquesTextual Analysis

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definition of Drama

2

Origin of Drama

3

Elements of Drama

4

Dramatic Techniques

5

Dramatic Genres

6

Textual Analysis

7

Characterization

8

Plot Construction

9

Dialogue

10

Dramatic Conventions

Total Topics10 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 1: Drama as a Genre of Literature

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Drama as a Genre of Literature
  • •Define drama and differentiate it from other literary genres
  • •Identify the basic elements of drama
Week
2

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 2: Origin and Functions of Drama

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Origin and Functions of Drama
  • •Trace the origin of drama and its functions
  • •Distinguish between drama and theatre
Week
3

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 3: Elements of Drama: Imitation

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Elements of Drama: Imitation
  • •Explain imitation as a key element of drama
  • •Differentiate between imitation, impersonation, and re-enactment
Week
4

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 4: Elements of Drama: Plot

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Elements of Drama: Plot
  • •Define plot and its structure
  • •Identify different types of plots
Week
5

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 5: Elements of Drama: Action

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Elements of Drama: Action
  • •Explain dramatic action and its importance
  • •Appreciate the motivation behind characters' actions
Week
6

Module 1: Concepts and Definition

2h

Unit 6: Elements of Drama: Dialogue

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Elements of Drama: Dialogue
  • •Explain dialogue and its significance in drama
  • •State the importance of dialogue in drama
Week
7

Module 2: Conventions and Techniques

2h

Unit 1: Dramatic Technique: Characterization

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Dramatic Technique: Characterization
  • •Distinguish between characterization and character analysis
  • •List and explain the major types of characters in drama
Week
8

Module 2: Conventions and Techniques

2h

Unit 2: Other Dramatic Techniques

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Other Dramatic Techniques
  • •Identify and explain other dramatic techniques
  • •Explain their functions in plays
Week
9

Module 2: Conventions and Techniques

2h

Unit 3: Dramatic Conventions

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Dramatic Conventions
  • •Understand dramatic conventions
  • •Identify them in plays
Week
10

Module 3: Dramatic Genres

2h

Unit 1: Forms/Types of Drama: Tragedy, Comedy, Tragi-Comedy, Melodrama

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Forms/Types of Drama: Tragedy, Comedy, Tragi-Comedy, Melodrama
  • •Know and explain the dramatic genres
  • •Distinguish the characteristics of different dramatic genres
Week
11

Module 4: Textual Analysis

2h

Unit 1: Analysis of Texts

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Analysis of Texts
  • •Learn how to analyze plays and appreciate their effectiveness as dramatic texts
  • •State and explain the major dramatic techniques and how to apply them in the texts
Week
12

Module 4: Textual Analysis

4h

Unit 2: Oedipus Rex by Sophocles

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Oedipus Rex by Sophocles
  • •Identify the elements of tragedy in the play
  • •Determine what makes Oedipus a tragic hero

Unit 3: Hamlet by William Shakespeare

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Hamlet by William Shakespeare
  • •Interpret Shakespeare's Hamlet as a literary work
  • •Discuss the play in terms of content and form
Week
13

Module 5: Textual Analysis

4h

Unit 4: Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller
  • •Identify the characteristics of the tragedy of the common man
  • •State what makes Willy Loman a tragic hero

Unit 1: Song of a Goat by J. P. Clark

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Song of a Goat by J. P. Clark
  • •Identify why Song of a Goat could be regarded as a classical tragedy
  • •Discuss the major themes of Song of a Goat

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

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1

Review definitions of key dramatic terms (plot, character, theme, etc.) from Units 1-3.

2

Create character maps for main characters in Oedipus Rex, Hamlet, Death of a Salesman, and Song of a Goat.

3

Practice analyzing sample passages from plays, identifying dramatic devices and their effects.

4

Outline the plot structures of each play, noting exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution.

5

Compare and contrast the themes and styles of different dramatic genres (tragedy, comedy, melodrama).

6

Focus on understanding the historical and cultural contexts of each play.

7

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their feedback.

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