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Can mimetics, a theatre based practice, open possibilities for young people with learning disabilities - a capability approach?

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Trowsdale, Jo and Hayhow, Richard (2013) Can mimetics, a theatre based practice, open possibilities for young people with learning disabilities - a capability approach? British Journal of Special Education, Volume 40 (Number 2). pp. 72-79. doi:10.1111/1467-8578.12019

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Abstract

Whilst the significance of the social model of disability for articulating inclusive approaches in education is recognised, the application of capability theory to education is less developed. We consider how a particular theatre based practice, here described as ‘mimetics’, can alter and extend the aspirations and achievements of children and young people with learning disabilities, and might be understood as applied capability theory or ‘capability practice’. Mimetics has been crafted from experimental psycho-physical actor training processes by Open Theatre Company working in collaboration with actors with learning disabilities, and adapted to support the learning and development of young people with learning disabilities.
We draw upon an action research project set up by Creative Partnerships with Open Theatre Company and a special school, where children demonstrated increased motivation and capacity for communication and socialisation, improved well-being, learning and wider achievement. To illustrate the process we offer the case of one child with an autistic spectrum disorder.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: L Education > LC Special aspects of education
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > Institute of Education ( -2013)
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Nonverbal communication, Learning disabled children, Drama in education, Capabilities approach (Social sciences), Actors with disabilities, Autistic youth, Autism spectrum disorders
Journal or Publication Title: British Journal of Special Education
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Ltd.
ISSN: 1467-8578
Official Date: 2013
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2013Published
Volume: Volume 40
Number: Number 2
Page Range: pp. 72-79
DOI: 10.1111/1467-8578.12019
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access
Funder: Creative Partnerships (Program : Great Britain)

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