Feminist Pedagogy in Performance Training: Analysing Gender Norms in Teaching and Practice.
| dc.contributor.author | Adenuga Tayo Joan | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-03-17T12:00:48Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-03-17T12:00:48Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-06 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Feminist pedagogy, an approach to teaching and learning, incorporates feminist values and principles to create a more inclusive, equitable and empowering educational environment. Although, existing studies have extensively examined traditional pedagogical models and their effectiveness across disciplines, the unique contributions and transformative potential of feminist pedagogy as a transformative framework for teaching and learning remains under-explored. This study therefore, investigates the application of feminist pedagogy within performance training environments, examining its potential to challenge traditional gender norms and power dynamics. Drawing upon Carolyn Shrewsbury's concept of liberatory learning environments, this study explores how feminist pedagogical principles can empower female performers, create inclusive learning spaces, and foster equitable participation among learners. Utilising a qualitative research approach, data was collected through online questionnaires administered to female lecturers who were purposively selected for their gender and long-term experiences in performance teaching and practice. Findings indicate that while some respondents were familiar with feminist pedagogy, its principles were often applied intuitively within teaching practices by others. This study underscores the importance of explicitly incorporating feminist pedagogical principles into performance training programs to create more equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students, regardless of gender identity. | |
| dc.identifier.issn | 2006-0157 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://kwasuspace.kwasu.edu.ng/handle/123456789/4775 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Department of Theatre and Film Studies, University of Port Harcourt, Choba. | |
| dc.title | Feminist Pedagogy in Performance Training: Analysing Gender Norms in Teaching and Practice. | |
| dc.type | Article |