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Publication Date: 2009-Jul-29
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The Development of a New Theatrical Tradition: Sighted Students Audio Describe School Play for a Blind and Low-Vision Audience
Udo, J. P.; Fels, Deborah
International Journal of Education & the Arts, v10 n20 Jul 2009
In this paper, we discuss our experience of facilitating the development, creation and execution of audio description for an elementary school production of "Fiddler on the Roof" by three grade eight students. The students were supervised by the production's director, their drama teacher, and assisted by the authors. An actor with experience describing a live theatre event provided some feedback for the students. Qualitative insight is gained through a thematic analysis of the describer's student learning journal and an interview with their drama teacher. The strengths and weaknesses of the project as perceived by the students and their drama teacher are discussed. Participant suggestions and solutions are also highlighted. (Contains 1 figure and 1 table.)
Descriptors: Theater Arts, Blindness, Visual Impairments, Media Adaptation, Grade 8, Accessibility (for Disabled), Foreign Countries, Student Journals, Elementary School Students, Case Studies, School Activities, Student Attitudes, Interviews, Elementary School Teachers, Teacher Attitudes
International Journal of Education & the Arts. 1310 South 6th Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Tel: 402-472-9958; Fax: 402-472-2837; Web site: http://www.ijea.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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