Weapons of Peace

Teenage boys had an immersive learning experience using drama, poetry and digital creativity with amazing outcomes.

The project explored War, Conflict & Peace inspiring the the boys to express themselves with original poetry performed using green screen film making.

Natalia Stevens, their English Teacher commented;

“Personally it’s been really nice for me to see the whole class engaged in such a wide variety of tasks. It was nice in the reflection that some of the students picked up on that it had given everyone a chance to get involved.”

The technology used throughout the project was integrated into the curriculum improving the teachers and learners confidence and  skills had.

Using greenscreen technology to help deliver their final poems allowed the boys to not only think about the content, but also the ways in which they could emphasize important aspects by adding sound effects, videos or images and music to help create an atmosphere to their poem and bring it to life.

“I liked using digital tools as it helped to improve our confidence, especially those who don’t normally express their ideas.”

Osama, Year 9 pupil

This short film above summarises the project.