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Basic 9 Creative Arts And Design Term 1 Week 5 Lesson Plan

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Week 5: Lesson Plan
Subject: Creative Arts And Design
Class: Basic 9

Component 1

Media And Techniques

Topic: Experiment by using techniques in casting to create visual artworks

Strand: Visual ArtsSub-strand: Media And Techniques
Indicator: B9. 2.1.1.2 Experiment by using techniques in casting to create visual artworksContent Standard: B9. 2.1.1. Demonstrate understanding and apply media and techniques in casting, assemblage and folding
Performance Indicator: Learners can experiment by using techniques in casting to create visual artworksT.L.R.(s): Local clay, Calabash mould, Wooden modelling tool
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
Begin by showcasing a few artworks created using different casting
techniques. Ask learners: "What differences can you spot in these artworks?" Draw attention to the new lesson’s content standard and indicator(s).
Begin the lesson with a thought-provoking question or statement
Phase 2: Mainnew learning including assessment
Concrete-resource task: Set out these resources for each group: Local clay; Calabash mould; Wooden modelling tool. Learners observe the local examples and use the materials or instruments in the practical design, making, or performance task below. Engage learners to discuss each casting technique: filled-in, hump, and hollow. 1. Filled-in Casting: The mold is entirely filled with material, producing a solid piece. - Example: Pouring melted metal into a mold to create a solid metal figurine. 2. Hump Casting: Material is draped over an external mold shape. - Example: Draping clay over a dome-shaped mold to create a bowl. 3. Hollow Casting: Material forms a shell on the mold's inner surface, resulting in a hollow piece. - Example: Pouring liquid latex into a face-shaped mold and pouring out the excess to create a hollow mask. show examples of each technique and demonstrate a basic version of each method using easily available materials like plaster. Distribute materials to learners and ask them to design their own artworks. Encourage sketches or rough drafts before they begin casting. Learners should choose their preferred casting technique and start creating their artworks. Allow learners to display their finished pieces in a designated area. Encourage them to walk around, observe others' works, and think of constructive feedback for their peers. Display cast artworks for appreciation, reflection and review using peer- and self-evaluation for feedback. Examples of art specific language vocabulary: form, casting, hump and hollow. Assessment 1. Can you explain the difference between the filled-in and hollow casting techniques? 2. Which casting method might be best for creating a bowl? Why? 3. How does the hump casting technique differ in appearance from the hollow method? 4. Why is it important to choose the appropriate casting technique for a specific design or artwork?
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Summarize the day's activities, emphasizing the value of different artistic techniques, the importance of feedback in the creative process, and the necessity of maintaining a safe and organized workspace. Have a class discussion where learners share their reflections and insights from the assessment questions.

Component 2

Creative and Aesthetic Expression

Topic: Perform an original dance drama and/or one act play on socio-cultural issues

Strand: Performing Arts (Dance and Drama)Sub-strand: Creative and Aesthetic Expression
Indicator: B9.2.2.3.7 Perform an original dance drama and/or one act play on socio-cultural issuesContent Standard: B9 2.2.3 Producing a dance drama
Performance Indicator: Learners can create an original dance drama or one-act play that explores a specific socio-cultural issue.T.L.R.(s): Atumpan drum, Calabash rattle, Printed photographs of Ghanaian dance poses
Phase 1: Starterpreparing the brain for learning
related to socio-cultural issues, such as: "Why is it important to address socio-cultural issues in our community?" Discuss the responses as a class and create a mind map on chart paper to record learners' ideas. Draw learner’s attention to the new lesson’s content standard and indicator(s).
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. brainstorm learners to list potential socio-cultural issues (e.g., sanitation, energy conservation) and briefly introduce each one. In small groups, have learners select an issue they are passionate about and want to address through their dance drama or one-act play. In their groups, learners will brainstorm ideas for their original dance drama or one-act play, incorporating the selected issue. Encourage them to create a script or choreography that highlights the issue, its impact, and potential solutions. Provide guidance and support as needed, ensuring that each group has a clear plan for their performance. Allocate time for groups to rehearse and refine their performances. Encourage creativity in costume design, use of props, and selection of music. Invite a selected audience, which may include other learners, teachers, or parents, to watch the performances.
Phase 3plenary / reflections
Encourage them to consider how they can take action to address the socio-cultural issue they explored.

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