Media and Techniques · JHS1 Creative Arts And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B7.2.1.3.8 - Identify and demonstrate the various Ghanaian dance/body movements, positions and voice projection patterns

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four traditional Ghanaian dance movements and name the regions or ethnic groups associated with them.
Demonstrate correct body posture and positions used in Ghanaian dance and drama performance.
Practise voice projection patterns, distinguishing between speaking voice, singing voice and projected stage voice.
Perform a short rhythmic movement sequence combining two or more Ghanaian dance steps with appropriate facial expressions and gestures.
Evaluate their own performance and a peer’s performance using simple criteria such as posture, expression, timing and voice clarity.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Creative Arts (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Media and Techniques (2.1)
Content standard: B7.2.1.3 - Dance and Drama: Demonstrate understanding and apply media, voice and movement techniques in dance and drama
Indicator: B7.2.1.3.8 - Identify and demonstrate the various Ghanaian dance/body movements, positions and voice projection patterns
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 6 (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: Creative Arts and Design, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 20
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify and perform Ghanaian physical exercises, rhythmic/theatre games, simple dance movements, etc.
2. Examine, record and reflect on different types of voices in speech and song.
3. Use body posture and voice quality as instruments of performance in Ghanaian dance and drama.
4. Identify and demonstrate various facial expressions and gestures associated with Ghanaian dancing and acting and use peer- and self-evaluation.