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Basic 7 Creative Arts And Design Term 1 Week 4 Lesson Plan

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Week 4: Lesson Plan
Subject: Creative Arts And Design
Class: Basic 7

Component 1

Media and Techniques

Topic: Identify and determine the nature and uses of tools, materials and techniques needed...

Strand: Visual ArtsSub-strand: Media and Techniques
Indicator: B7.2.1.1.1 Identify and determine the nature and uses of tools, materials and techniques needed for still-life drawing and shading, pattern making and modellingContent Standard: B7.2.1.1 Demonstrate understanding of relevant Visual Arts media and techniques and their application to still-life drawing, shading, pattern making and modelling, Dance and Drama
Performance Indicator: Learners can identify the uses of tools, materials and techniques needed for still-life drawing and shading.T.L.R.(s): Cardboard, Wooden ruler, Starch paste
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Learners answer questions from the previous lesson. E.g. What tools or materials do you think you will be using in drawing? Learners describe and record relevant tools, materials used in still-life drawing, pattern making and modelling.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Concrete-resource task: Set out these resources for each group: Cardboard; Wooden ruler; Starch paste. Learners observe the local examples and use the materials or instruments in the practical design, making, or performance task below. Guide learners to experiment with tools and materials to test for their suitability in making still-life drawing, pattern making and modelling. Examples of tools: pencil, charcoal, crayon, cutting wire, knife, smooth stones. Examples of materials: paint, pastel, paper, tracing paper, clay, paper pulp, plasticine. Learners test and classify the tools and materials according to their uses in still-life drawing, pattern making and modelling Identify techniques needed for still-life drawing and shading. Examples of techniques: direct observation, freehand and outline drawing. Discuss how to apply the tools, materials and equipment in a safe way when creating still-life drawings, patterns and models. Apply knowledge and skills acquired in cleaning-up and maintaining tools and materials. Guide learners on ways of storing of tools, materials and equipment in a sustainable manner.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Learners talk about the steps involved in cleaning-up, maintaining and storing of tools, materials and equipment. Use peer discussion and effective questioning to find out from learners what they have learnt during the lesson.

Component 2

Media and Techniques

Topic: Identify and demonstrate the various Ghanaian dance/body movements, positions and...

Strand: Performing ArtsSub-strand: Media and Techniques
Indicator: B7.2.1.3.8 Identify and demonstrate the various Ghanaian dance/body movements, positions and voice projection patternsContent Standard: B7.2.1.3 Demonstrate understanding and apply media, voice and movement techniques in dance and drama
Performance Indicator: Learners can identify and demonstrate the various Ghanaian dance/body movements, positions and voice projection patternsT.L.R.(s): Atumpan drum, Calabash rattle, Printed photographs of Ghanaian dance poses
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Guide learners to discuss previous experiences and misconceptions in dance and drama. Share performance indicators and introduce the lesson.
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Concrete-resource task: Set out these resources for each group: Atumpan drum; Calabash rattle; Printed photographs of Ghanaian dance poses. Learners observe the local examples and use the materials or instruments in the practical design, making, or performance task below. Help learners explore and discuss the socio-cultural role of the body.
Identify and perform basic rhythmic/ theatre games and physical exercises
Identify some sounds (voices) and movements of animals and humans. Demonstrate these sounds (voices) and movements with learners identify and demonstrate types of body profile and dance positions. Perform basic dance movements and/ or movement patterns of a Ghanaian traditional dance. Assessment • Learners to observe different animal and human movements in the community for discussion in class. • Learners learn to imitate three different movements of animals and humans. • Take interest in and/or participate in community events.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Take feedback from learners and summarize the lesson.

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