Why all the drama? Perceptions and Experiences of Foreign Language Student Teachers on Training in Improvisational Drama Pedagogy

Abstract Improvisational drama techniques (IDTs) can benefit foreign language (FL) learners by offering them an engaging way to practise speaking while hiding behind the safety of a character mask. This study aimed glean perceptions toward and experiences with IDTs among FL student teachers, as well training needs related integrating pedagogical tool. Foreign teachers at Dutch university who had not received IDT-training took part in questionnaire (n = 197). Former taken such course were interviewed depth 9). Almost all - both those IDT-training-shared belief that have added value. The majority indicated they did often implement their classes. continued integrate some regularity. Both groups provided valuable input on components should be included future module for in-service teachers. Our findings give rise hypothesis play key role galvanizing IDTs, allow us formulate design criteria innovative module.