SHS2 Performing Arts · Semester 1 Week 10: Skills in Performance

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.5 - Present/Perform, using ICT-software, a selected repertoire of five to ten-minute artistic product(s) developed that depicts any emerging Ghanaian topical issue and digitally record the performance.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Perform their five to ten-minute artistic product (dance, music, drama, or a collaboration) before an audience, applying the ICT-software skills developed in Weeks 6, 7, and 8.
Operate digital recording equipment (mobile phone, video camera, or tablet) to capture their live performance, demonstrating correct framing, lighting, and audio capture techniques.
Review their recorded performance critically, identifying at least two strengths and two areas for improvement using a simple self-assessment checklist.
Demonstrate professional stage etiquette during the recording session, including punctuality, respect for group members’ roles, and acceptance of directorial feedback.
Submit a completed digital recording file of their performance, labelled correctly with the title, group name, and date, ready for peer response in Week 11.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Foundations in Artistic Knowledge and Processes (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Skills in Performance (1.2)
Content standard: 2.1.2.CS.1 - 2.1.2.CS.1 Demonstrate accomplished level skills in ICT-software in choreography for DANCE; composing/playing musical instruments for MUSIC and script/playwriting for DRAMA; and further engagements in ensemble work for all three areas [DANCE, MUSIC, and DRAMA, or a collaboration] based on emerging African topical issues. 2.1.2.LO.1 Explore skills in performance by selecting and presenting a five to ten-minute artistic product(s) [DANCE, MUSIC, DRAMA, or a collaboration] based on any emerging African topical issue.
Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.5 - Present/Perform, using ICT-software, a selected repertoire of five to ten-minute artistic product(s) developed that depicts any emerging Ghanaian topical issue and digitally record the performance.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 10 (Week 10 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 77

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Performance-Based Learning:

- Learners prepare their pieces with assistance from teachers for the entire semester.
- Have learners present/perform their artistic product (e.g., dance, music, or drama) that addresses an emerging Ghanaian topical issue.

Technology-Enhanced Learning:

- Digitally record the performance using audio/video equipment or mobile devices.

Assessment (2.1.2.AS.5). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Writing Pads
- Pens
- Projector
- Screen
- Flip Chart
- Video Camera
- Musical Instruments
- IT playing and recording gadgets e.g., mobile phone, cameras, etc.
- Assessment tools - [DANCE, MUSIC, and DRAMA, or a collaboration]
- Music manuscript sheets, notation software - Finale and Sibelius
- Music programming software - 5 DAW (audio formats)
- Video editing software - Wondershare Filmora 9.
- Drama production software - Scriptwriter and Adobe Photoshop
- Props Costumes Make-up kits Time Space