Can drama be used as a teaching tool in language development?
Yes, drama and pretend-play serve as excellent teaching tools for development of complex concepts in language. They can help students understand the conceptual and intangible elements that are an important aspect of literacy development. Also, the students learn as a group and they also learn to cooperate with each other and work more effectively. 13 Note from Smart Neurons: Participating in drama, schools plays, etc. has found to help the overall social development of the child. It is encouraging to know that many schools are now strongly promoting childrens participation in drama, plays etc. either as part of the regular curriculum or as after-school program. 2. Does music have any effect on brain development? Yes, music has a direct and positive impact on the development of brain and cognitive abilities. Exposure to music education stimulates the process of neuronal connections in brain known as synapses. It also improves branching of the neuronal ends. This is very important for hi
