Communications in the… · SHS2 Performing Arts

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.1.3.LI.2 - Explain ways by which the Performing Arts are connected and related to the other art forms in the African society.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four other art forms in the African society (visual arts, crafts, oral literature, architecture, textiles, and others) and state how each connects to music, dance, or drama.
Explain, using specific examples from Ghanaian culture, how the Performing Arts depend on and interact with other art forms during festivals, funerals, and celebrations.
Create a mind map that visually links at least five Performing Arts practices to their corresponding art forms in the African society.
Present a short oral explanation of their mind map, using appropriate Performing Arts terminology and clear speech structure, to a small group or the whole class.
Discuss how connections between the arts reflect emerging African topical issues and everyday life experiences, showing respect for diverse views during discussions.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Foundations in Artistic Knowledge and Processes (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Communications in the Performing Arts (1.3)
Content standard: 2.1.3.CS.1 - 2.1.3.CS.1 Demonstrate accomplished level skills to clearly communicate the various Performing Arts processes, using appropriate language, and making connections to the relationships between Performing Arts and other arts. 2.1.3.LO.1 Use varying Performing Arts language forms, mechanics that communicate the emerging African topical issues meaningfully to enhance social interactions, connect to the other arts and everyday life experiences.
Indicator: 2.1.3.LI.2 - Explain ways by which the Performing Arts are connected and related to the other art forms in the African society.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 18 (Week 18 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. 81

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Inquiry-Based Learning: Research from the internet, resource persons, the library and other sources to find out the link between the performing arts and other artworks within the African society.

Activity-Based Learning: Create mind maps that link the performing arts to other artworks in the African society.

Assessment (2.1.3.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 1 Recall; Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Score sheets
- Rubrics
- Projector
- Screen
- Flip Charts
- Writing Pads
- Glossary of DANCE Terms
- Glossary of MUSIC Terms
- Glossary of DRAMA Terms
- Audio-Visual Recording and playback gadgets
- Cell phones
- Laptops with internet connectivity