Theater
In theater classes, children are usually asked to learn scriptwriting, to communicate and sustain different characters, learn to interpret dramatic texts among many others. More than learning the basics of theater production, it can be seen that theater cultivates critical knowledge in the minds of students. The value of critical minds is deemed important especially when they grow old, when different options shall be laid before them, when competing motives hide behind altruistic platforms. Theater knowledge can be seen as teaching the child that different characters exist, that the need to learn to interpret and give meanings to things is essential.
Hence, we have seen that art in schools go beyond technicalities and simple art appreciation. It goes as far as instilling societal values that children need to learn as part of the society. Indeed, art showcases and cultivates important socio-cultural values in a different, fun, and entertaining manner.
On Free Writing...
The absence of any form of disturbance frees the mind. It allows the mind to think without limits. Indeed, it opens creativity in a lot of ways. There mere fact that we're allowed to write "I don't know what else to say" reduces pressure in writing. It makes writing relaxing.
In my future writing, I will try to find spots which are away from the usual disturbances we experience everyday. I will write in areas/settings which are very comfortable and relaxing for me. I will also put less pressure on myself consequently on my work. By writing within articles that I cannot think of anything to write at that particular moment, I am allowing myself to wander, thinking freely. Through this, I will be more compelled to revisit and edit my work more frequently which allows for more fine-tuning.
Reference
Henslin, J. (1993). Sociology. A Down-to-Earth Approach. Massachusetts: Allyn and Bacon.
