Should Drama and Speaking be made a Compulsory Lesson in Schools?

3 Contributors
in this discussion.

67% of users

I believe that public speaking and drama should be compulsory in schools, because it would benefit the confidence and self-esteem of young people.

Although I am slightly less convinced about drama, I do believe that public speaking should be a compulsory part of public education. Aside from giving students valuable experience, it would be a boost to their self-esteem, as well. Public speaking and, to a lesser extent, drama, prepare young people by helping them express their opinions in a clear and well thought-out manner.

Yes BrownDustin82
Drama and Speaking provides confidence, ability to express opinions and beliefs, and understanding of vital literature, thus, it should be at least taught for one year to every high school student.

Drama and Speaking, as taught in schools, is a vital part of students' understanding of themselves and their places in the world. Being able to be confident presenters and communicators also helps students in all other classes, and in jobs in the future, whether or not those jobs have to do with theater.

Yes MountainousSol

33% of users

Drama and speaking should be taken by choice, as they are not mandatory to succeed in educational goals.

Drama is a subject that is one of the arts, and it should not be imposed on children that do not have an affinity or desire to take it. Speaking in public is another skill that is not necessarily relevant to a well-rounded education, although both subjects would be good classes for interested students.

No DisillusionedGilberto67

I believe that public speaking and drama should be compulsory in schools, because it would benefit the confidence and self-esteem of young people.