This title is a comprehensive guide to drama education, ensuring a solid foundation for supporting effective learning and teaching. Michael Anderson explores the history, practice and research in drama education to create a foundation for effective learning and teaching. Examples of international practice and research support an evidence-based discussion of drama learning and teaching. This title includes topics such as: the foundations of drama learning; planning; knowledge and skills; and, assessment. "MasterClass in Drama" will be essential reading for all studying the teaching and learning of drama on PGCE M Level and Education MEd/MA courses.