Keith West has taught English and drama for over 30 years. He was head of English in two secondary comprehensive schools and head of drama in one. Keith is OFSTED and ESTYN trained, and he has written a number of publications for English teachers, including Inspired English Teaching, also published by Continuum.

'I really cannot praise Inspired Drama Teaching highly enough. Not only is it bursting at the seams with tried-and-tested ideas that will undoubtedly inspire even the most reluctant of participants, but it also explains most clearly the context and reasoning behind the choice of activities. Although the book is predominantly aimed at drama teachers, especially those teaching in secondary schools, there are considerable resources that could also be used at the top end of the primary school and also by drama leaders working with these groups in non-school based situations. I would also recommend the book as an essential companion for non-drama specialists, wishing to add drama to their repertoire of teaching styles in other areas of the curriculum.' Andrew McCann, creator of www.dramateachers.co.uk

• 1. Why Drama is Important: A Defence of the Subject 2. Exploring Drama 3. Stimulating Drama 4. Elements of Drama 5. Drama as a Medium 6. Working Together 7. Engaging the Students 8. Drama Across the Curriculum 9. Choosing Options, Assessment and Revision Appendix: Exam Board Specification/Websites References Index

Keith West has taught English and drama for over 30 years. He was head of English in two secondary comprehensive schools and head of drama in one. Keith is OFSTED and ESTYN trained, and he has written a number of publications for English teachers, including Inspired English Teaching, also published by Continuum.

'I really cannot praise Inspired Drama Teaching highly enough. Not only is it bursting at the seams with tried-and-tested ideas that will undoubtedly inspire even the most reluctant of participants, but it also explains most clearly the context and reasoning behind the choice of activities. Although the book is predominantly aimed at drama teachers, especially those teaching in secondary schools, there are considerable resources that could also be used at the top end of the primary school and also by drama leaders working with these groups in non-school based situations. I would also recommend the book as an essential companion for non-drama specialists, wishing to add drama to their repertoire of teaching styles in other areas of the curriculum.' Andrew McCann, creator of www.dramateachers.co.uk

• 1. Why Drama is Important: A Defence of the Subject 2. Exploring Drama 3. Stimulating Drama 4. Elements of Drama 5. Drama as a Medium 6. Working Together 7. Engaging the Students 8. Drama Across the Curriculum 9. Choosing Options, Assessment and Revision Appendix: Exam Board Specification/Websites References Index