Work Based Learning

Contents: Since we published the case study in October 2012, the students involved have implemented what they learnt from the Frantic Assembly workshop. Here, their teacher Kate Chadwick explains how their grades have improved as a result of the workshop.

Contents: In the third in a series of case studies designed to support teachers and students of performing arts and drama qualifications, we watch Actors of Dionysus lead a group of year 12 students in a practical workshop.

Contents: A look at some online applications to find out how easy they are to use, with tips for their use in BTEC Performing Arts qualifications.

In the second in a series of case studies designed to support teachers and students of performing arts and drama qualifications, we watch Rambert Dance Company lead a group of year 11 students in a practical workshop.

Contents: The externally set task for the new BTEC First Award in Performing Arts (NQF) is now available on the BTEC Firsts from 2012 Performing Arts page.

Contents: An article on the importance of trainers in hip hop dance.

Contents: Mr Punch is going to be 350 years old this May! This update looks at where he came from and how performing arts teachers and students can join in the birthday celebrations.

Contents: The new BTEC First Certificate and Extended Certificate in Performing Arts qualifications; new externally assessed units; quality assurance processes; free support to help you plan the teaching and assessment of these new courses.