NCEA Implementation Resources
These resources were developed by the Ministry of Education and used during implementation of NCEA Level One during 2023 by the Arts NCEA Implementation Facilitator and Learning Area Lead for the Arts. They will support your planning and teaching for the refreshed NCEA Level One.
These resources are free to all courtesy of Networks of Expertise.
NCEA Review and Maintenance Programme (RAMP)
A description and explanation of the Review and Maintenance Programme from the MOE.
Annotation Literacy Activity
A Drama Annotation Literacy Activity for Year 13 students, focusing on using scripts to teach Drama Components and aligning with the Drama Literacy Pedagogy Guide.
Unpacking An Example Of An Annotated Script
This is a guide on how to annotate a drama script for performance analysis and reflection.
Brainstorm Template
The resource is a guide to discussion on the importance of drama in expressing identity, culture, and perspectives, as well as exploring collaborative creation and understanding the function of theatre in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Drama Kupu Flashcard Set
The flashcard set is used to explore and discuss various cultural concepts and values in relation to the arts, such as manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, wehi, wana, wairua, kotahitanga, ihi, and pūrākau.
Metacognative Bookmark
a guide for analyzing and reflecting on drama performances, including elements, techniques, influences, ideas, and responding to professional performances.
Talking Critique Starter from the 2023 NCEA Conference Workshop
A discussion tool for supporting literacy, numeracy, Pacific knowledge, and Māori knowledge in education, with a focus on Universal Design for Learning and the Pacific Values Framework.
Teaching and Learning 1.3
Teaching and Learning 1.3 Perform a Scripted Role for an Audience Using Drama Techniques.
Teaching and Learning 1.4
Teaching and Learning 1.4 Respond to a Drama Performance
Sharing Teacher Practice 1.1
Sharing Teacher Practice 1.1 Explore the Function of Theatre Aotearoa
Sharing Teaching Practice 1.2
Sharing Teaching Practice 1.2 Participate in Creative Strategies to Create a Drama
Mini Glossary of the Arts in Te Reo
A Te Reo Māori glossary of terms surrounding the concept of artistic excellence and creativity, focusing on the emotional, physical, and spiritual reactions to creative works.
The Arts Development Cycle
The document is about the Arts development cycle and how it can be applied to various art forms such as drama, composition, and choreography.
Theatre Aotearoa
The document is about the NCEA Change Programme 2023 focusing on Drama and Theatre Aotearoa in New Zealand. It provides a list and synopses of important plays set in Aotearoa, as well as work made by NewZealanders with international settings.
The Arts Planning Template
A planning template for incorporating Drama into teaching and learning, focusing on cultural identity, collaboration, storytelling, and expression.