MOTIVATING STUDENTS TO READ AND ANALYZE A DRAMATIC TEXT

Abstract

The subject of this paper concerns the methodology of teaching Serbian language and literature in secondary education with special emphasis on dramatic literature. The paper states and explains the possibilities of motivating students to read dramatic texts by Marin Držić (Novel by Stance and Uncle Maroja), which, according to the curriculum, are processed in the first grade of high school. Different types of motivation are analyzed in detail: motivation by passage, motivation by opposition, motivation by theater and film performances, and motivation by humor. Starting from the fact that each activity has its own goals, including the teaching of literature, educational, educational and functional goals are explained in detail, but the levels of processing of these texts are stated, as well as outcomes, which are elements of educational standards that should define knowledge, skills and abilities of students. By processing dramatic texts, reading habits are successfully developed, students’ conscious activity is strengthened and interest in performing arts is encouraged. The aim of this paper is to present a problem - based and research approach to literary text in the teaching of literature. The paper will clearly point out what is the task of the teacher and what is the task of the student during the processing of the dramatic text, and special attention will be paid to the educational role of teaching literature.