Compass International School, Madinat Khalifa campus, is a place where students can develop their creativity and explore their passions through the performing arts. One way this is accomplished is through the annual Juilliard week, which involves staff across the entire campus, building music, dance, or drama-based activities into their regular lessons throughout the week.
The Juilliard School is a world-renowned performing arts conservatory located in New York City, and it is through the Nord Anglia Education group of schools collaboration programme, that Compass International School offers to bring the Juilliard School’s expertise in music, dance, and drama to students at the Madinat Khalifa campus. The goal of Juilliard's collaboration with Compass is to provide students with an outstanding performing arts education that fosters creativity, artistic expression, and critical thinking skills.
The performing arts are a powerful tool for teaching pedagogy and creative learning. By incorporating music, dance, or drama into regular lessons, teachers can engage students in a way that helps them to better understand the material being taught. For example, using the drama technique of "Hot Seating" can help students develop a deeper understanding of historical figures they have been studying in History lessons. By assuming the role of a historical figure and answering questions posed by classmates, students are able to see the world from a different perspective and develop empathy for individuals from the past.
Another example of creative teaching pedagogy is rapping out times tables. Learning multiplication tables can be a tedious task, but by turning it into a fun rap, students are more likely to engage with the material and remember it. This kind of creative learning helps to develop critical thinking skills, as students are challenged to find new ways to approach problems and find creative solutions.
In conclusion, promoting the performing arts at Compass International School, Madinat Khalifa campus, is an important part of the school's commitment to fostering creativity, artistic expression, and critical thinking skills in its students. Through the annual Juilliard week and other initiatives, students have the opportunity to explore their passions and develop their skills in music, dance, and drama. By using creative teaching pedagogy and incorporating the performing arts into regular lessons, teachers can engage students in a way that helps them to better understand the material being taught and develop the skills they need to succeed in the future.
