Inspector of Secondary Education in Drama - Ministry of Education and Culture of Cyprus
How do you feel the project benefited you?
The project gave me the opportunity to involve students of Secondary Education into workshops that gave them the chance to collaborate and express freely their ideas and thoughts. The script that came finally up was interesting. Students put their prints in a very productive way and they had the chance to discuss about it. So many schools are supposed to watch the play now, so many students of Secondary Education will face the problems of violent behavior and discuss about them. As Drama consists the most creative way of collaboration and learning, I really enjoyed it.
Did it change your perceptions? If so, in what way?
Yes it changed my perceptions. I’m already suggesting to teachers to use Drama Techniques in their classes as often as they can. Especially now that intercultural education is a basic aim, Drama can offer great experiences to teachers and students.
What was the most challenging (difficult) moment?
We really didn’t find any difficult moments due the project. Students enjoyed the procedure and followed the steps with joy.
What was the highlight of the experience for you?
It was a great experience when we met in Paris and had the chance to see how others worked on that project. The final results were really amazing. Students proved they have so many different ways to express themselves, so I recommend that program to be continued.
What did you learn from the other team/the process/the culture of the other country?
As long as we give to young european citizens chances to work together, we can organize the educational system under common aims. Different languages, religions or cultural differences could create bridges and will give us the chance to bring students from different countries together.
Would you recommend the project to others?
I would recommend the project to others and I am waiting to collaborate again in order to achieve common point of views about social problems.
Tags: Cyprus Theatre Organisation, European Theatre Convention, Reflections, Young Europe
