How to engage your students with Storytelling and Theatre Skills

Introduction

Storytelling is an important part of our society and history. It can be used as an educational tool to engage students, spark interest and stimulate critical thinking skills. It creates opportunities for discussion and stimulates a good relationship between teacher and learners.

In this microlab you will craft a personal story that helps you motivate your students and target their attention to the topic or issue you want them to focus on. With the help of theatre techniques you will learn to deliver your story in an inspiring and engaging way.

Target group and required prior knowledge

Targetgroup of this microlab consists of all teachers, tutors or other staff that has to deliver educational sessions, such as tutorials, workshops or lectures. The skill of storytelling can benefit everyone who has to engage and motivate students in all kinds of study programs of the Erasmus University. No prior knowledge is needed.

Content, form and time investment

To prepare for this MicroLab you will make a start creating a (personal) story for educational purposes, using inspiration from the online environment. 

During the session (3,5 hours) practice and improve your story together with the facilitators and other participants. We will use insights from theatre and practice theatre techniques to deliver your story in the most inspiring way you can. 

Expect a playful and connecting session full of stories! 

Earn an Edubadge

You finish the MicroLab with a Proof of Competence. You will then receive an Edubadge. This is a digital, visual certificate which you can share on e.g. LinkedIn. Interested parties can immediately click on the certificate to find out what you have done to achieve the EduBadge.