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Curriculum Coordinator and Learning Strategist
Dr. Karen McCloskey
MA, PhD, QM Quality Matters
Drama
ADA1O
Grade 9
Open

Drama

Find additional course details below, including delivery format, course availability, course duration, prerequisite, tuition fee, hardware/software requirements, etc.

ADA1O
Grade 9
Open

Drama

Find additional course details below, including delivery format, course availability, course duration, prerequisite, tuition fee, hardware/software requirements, etc.

Course Code

ADA1O

Course Name

Drama

Grade

Grade 9

Course Type

Open

Format

Asynchronous Delivery

Prerequisite

None

Tuition Fee

$500.00

Course Duration

At Your Own Pace (4 weeks to 12 months)

Credit Value

1.0

Availability

Start Anytime

Course Reviser/Developer

Dr. Karen McCloskey

Latest Revision Date

August 2025

Curriculum

ADA1O – The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9 and 10: The Arts, 2010

This course extends students’ experience with functions. Students will investigate the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; develop techniques for combining functions; broaden their understanding of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. This course is intended both for students taking the Calculus and Vectors course as a prerequisite for a university program and for those wishing to consolidate their understanding of mathematics before proceeding to any one of a variety of university programs.
Outlined below is a description of each unit, including what students will learn and the recommended hours for completion.
Unit Title & Description
Time Allocated
Unit 1: Curtain Up! Ensemble Bootcamp

Build a safe, collaborative ensemble; establish norms and audience etiquette; explore voice/movement warm-ups,tableau, mime; learn core drama terminology and roles (actor, SM, designer).
18 Hours
Unit 2: “Yes, And!” Improv & Devising Lab

Generate ideas from images/music/current events; practise status, accepting offers, and focus; apply elements/conventions (e.g., flashback, chorus) to devise short pieces for a target audience; iterate.
22 Hours
Unit 3: Page to Stage: Scene Study

Work with short scripts: objectives/tactics, beats, cueing, basic blocking; rehearse and refine voice/movement for character; add simple tech (props, sound, lighting) to support text and intention.
22 Hours
Unit 4: Backstage Alchemy: Tech & Stagecraft

Explore backstage roles; create low-cost props/costume solutions; basics of sound/light/safety; draft a simple prompt book; run class tech/dress to understand the production process.
18 Hours
Unit 5: Stages & Stories: Drama that Changes Us

Journals, peer feedback, and discussion to analyse works; connect drama to community/culture/history (e.g., Greek chorus, commedia, Indigenous perspectives); transfer teamwork/leadership beyond class.
20 Hours
Final Exam
Culminating Activity: Spotlight Showcase & Reflection Portfolio

Refine and present a scene or devised piece (solo/ensemble) with at least one technical element; submit a portfolio documenting creative/critical process and roles aligned to A–C strands.
10 Hours
Total Hours
110 Hours
  1. Improvisation & Devising Labs (status, objectives, stakes; tableaux; ritual/choral work).
  2. Scene Study & Script Analysis (given circumstances, beats, tactics; monologue/duologue workshops).
  3. Voice & Movement (projection/diction, breath support; physical storytelling; safe basic stage combat or intimacy with consent and age-appropriate boundaries).
  4. Design & Tech Studios (costume mood boards, set/prop renderings, sound/lighting cues, stage management paperwork).
  5. Presentation Techniques & Audience Engagement (breaking the 4th wall, direct address, adapting for audience).
  6. Critical Response Circles (using the critical analysis process to respond to own/peers’ work).
  7. Context & Connections (traditions/forms from diverse cultures; theatre’s role in community; careers).
Our approach to assessment and evaluation is grounded in the principles outlined in the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Growing Success document.

Key Principles

  • Fairness, Transparency, Equity: Clear success criteria; varied demonstrations of learning (performance, design, written/visual artifacts).
  • Support for All Students: Inclusive rehearsal and performance practices for students with special education needs, English language learners, and Indigenous learners.
  • Curriculum Alignment: All assessments anchor to A–C Drama strands and roles across theatre (performer, designer/technician, director, dramaturg).
  • Clear Communication: Criteria shared up front and revisited at scene pitches, design checkpoints, and rehearsal notes.
  • Ongoing & Varied: Observation, conversation, and product (e.g., in-role work, scene runs, design/tech labs, cue sheets, notes).
  • Descriptive Feedback: Timely, specific, strengths/next steps tied to the creative/critical analysis processes.
  • Student Self-Assessment: Rehearsal journals, director’s notes, design reflections, peer feedback logs, and post-show talkbacks.
At Royal Ontario Academy, we believe that all OSSD students can benefit from a more accommodating online learning experience Accommodations allow for increased access to the course, without any changes to the knowledge and skills the student is expected to demonstrate.

An Individual Education Plan (IEP)is a personalized document that outlines a student’s learning needs, as well as the accommodations or services they require to succeed in their courses. At Royal Ontario Academy, our flexible online learning environment already addresses many common accommodation needs, but if a student requires additional support, our Principal is ready to help you!

– Students with Existing IEP: If a student has an existing IEP from another elementary or secondary school, Royal Ontario Academy can implement the listed accommodations, provided they are applicable within our online learning environment. To do so, a copy of the student’s IEP must be submitted to our Principal for review.
– Students Without IEP: If a student requires accommodations but does not currently have an IEP, our Principal will work with the student to assess their learning needs and develop a path forward. In this case, students will need to submit supporting documentation to help determine the appropriate accommodations.
– English Language Learners:– English Language Learners: Students who enroll at Royal Ontario Academy can provide information about their English language proficiency during the registration process. This information helps our teachers and Principal to tailor their teaching strategies and implement accommodations that support English language learners effectively.

For students and parents wishing to submit IEP documentation or request accommodations, please contact our Principal at info@royalontarioacademy.com

General Resources Students Should Have Access To

1. What is ADA1O?
ADA1O is a Grade 9 Drama course at Open Course level.

2. What are 10 – (eg: 3M in AWQ3M )
1O for the ADA1O refers to the grade level and the course type. 1 refers to the th Grade and the second digit refers to the open course type.

3. What is the prerequisite for ADA1O?
None

4. How long does it take to complete the ADA1O online course?
The completion of the ADA1O course varies depending on the availability and pace of each student. However, the course can be completed in minimum of 4 weeks to maximum of 12 months.

5. Will my marks be sent directly to OUAC or OCAS?
Yes. We can send your ADA1O online course marks to OUAC (Ontario University’ Application Centre) or OCAS (Ontario College Application Service).

6. How lessons are delivered for the ADA1O?
At Royal Ontario Academy, course learning is asynchronously delivered for the ADA1O in various formats such as videos, question and answers, interactive tools, written notes, simulations, presentations, and external websites/links depending on the subject material of the course.

7. What is the withdrawal policy?
For students registered in Grade 9 and 10 courses, withdrawals can be made at any time and are not recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript (OST).

For students registered in Grade 11 and 12 courses, withdrawals made within 5 days of the issuance of the first (mid-term) report card from Royal Ontario Academy will result in the mark not being recorded on the Ontario Student Transcript (OST). Withdrawals after 5 days of the issuance of the first (mid term) report card will result in a “W” being entered in the “Credit” column of the OST, along with the mark at the time of withdrawal.

8. What is the due date of my course?
Since your course is self-paced, there are no set due dates, allowing you to progress at your own speed. However, please be mindful of any deadlines for university or college applications.

9. Can I earn my OSSD (Ontario secondary school diploma) credits through online courses?
Yes, you can earn your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) credits fully online through Royal Ontario Academy. To earn OSSD credits, you will need to complete 30 credits (18 compulsory and 12 optional), pass the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, and fulfill 40 hours of community involvement.

Price Detail

$500

/ 1 Course

$800

/ 2 Course
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$1050

/ 3 Course

30% Offer

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