Background and Objectives: One of the important literary types is dramatic literature, which is presented in two forms: plays and screenplays. This study aims to explain the role of historical plays in history education. Method: This study is a descriptive-analytical research conducted using a library method. In this regard, the author has tried to examine the structure, historical content, and educational function of historical plays by systematically collecting and studying theoretical sources related to dramatic literature and history education, as well as documenting a number of Iranian and non-Iranian historical plays; in order to clarify the importance of historical plays as both a source for studying and understanding history and a tool for teaching history. Findings: This is to prove the claim that familiarity with historical dramatic literature, especially historical plays, can be used both as a source for historical studies and an educational tool, and they can be used in three forms: individual reading, play reading, and also for performing plays. Conclusion: By analyzing the findings, it can be said that the use of historical plays, while increasing the knowledge, imagination, and creativity of students, can be very effective in enriching and making history teaching in schools more interesting.
Roozbahani, M. R. (2025). The role of dramatic literature in teaching history with an emphasis on historical plays. Research in History Education, 6(1), 79-100. doi: 10.48310/rhe.2026.22566.1191
MLA
Roozbahani, M. R. . "The role of dramatic literature in teaching history with an emphasis on historical plays", Research in History Education, 6, 1, 2025, 79-100. doi: 10.48310/rhe.2026.22566.1191
HARVARD
Roozbahani, M. R. (2025). 'The role of dramatic literature in teaching history with an emphasis on historical plays', Research in History Education, 6(1), pp. 79-100. doi: 10.48310/rhe.2026.22566.1191
CHICAGO
M. R. Roozbahani, "The role of dramatic literature in teaching history with an emphasis on historical plays," Research in History Education, 6 1 (2025): 79-100, doi: 10.48310/rhe.2026.22566.1191
VANCOUVER
Roozbahani, M. R. The role of dramatic literature in teaching history with an emphasis on historical plays. Research in History Education, 2025; 6(1): 79-100. doi: 10.48310/rhe.2026.22566.1191
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