Drama and Art in Education (English)

Author: Dr. Sanjeev Sharma

Dr. Sanjeev Sharma has written this English edition for the B.Ed Core Course: Drama and Art in Education (DAE), a compulsory subject in the 2nd Semester of all NCTE-recognized B.Ed programs. Many universities also offer this course under titles such as Art and Aesthetics in Education, Creative Arts in Teaching, or Theatre and Arts in Education, and this book is fully aligned with the NCTE curriculum structure.

The book explains the powerful role of drama, theatre, music, visual arts, and creative expression in enhancing the teaching–learning process. It helps future teachers understand how artistic activities can promote imagination, emotional development, confidence, communication skills, and joyful learning among school children.

According to the official B.Ed Drama and Art in Education syllabus, the book covers:

• Meaning, nature, and relevance of arts in education

• Drama, theatre, and storytelling as pedagogical tools

• Visual arts, music, dance, and craft for classroom learning

• Techniques like role-play, mime, simulations, puppetry, and improvisation

• Creative expression and child development

• Planning art-integrated lessons

• Developing aesthetic appreciation and sensitivity in learners

• Using arts to create inclusive and engaging learning environments

The book encourages teachers to use creativity not as a separate activity but as an integral part of teaching, helping learners express themselves freely and understand concepts more deeply.

This book is widely used in the following B.Ed subjects:

• Drama and Art in Education (DAE) – Core Course, 2nd Semester

• Art and Aesthetics in Education – Foundation course

• Creative Arts in Teaching modules

• Activity-based and theatre-in-education workshops

Overall, this English edition provides a complete understanding of how drama and arts can transform the classroom, making it essential for the Drama and Art in Education course in B.Ed programs.