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Program Flyer: African Masks
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Cleveland Museum of Art  2007-08, 2008-09 Honorable Mention, 2009-10, 2010-11 Honorable Mention, 2011-12 |
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| Contact Information |
Dale Hilton dhilton@clevelandart.org 11150 East Boulevard Cleveland, OH 44106 United States Phone: (216) 707-2491 Fax: (216) 421-9277 |
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| Program Type | Individual Program | |
| Program Rating |
  based on 50 evaluation(s). |
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| Target Audience | Education: Grade(s): 2, 3, 4, 5 | |
| Maximum Number of Participants | 30 | |
| Minimum Number of Participants | 1 | |
| Primary Disciplines | Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History | |
| Program Description |
Learn why African artists use animals as points of reference in mask making and how masks are used in ceremonies. Students compare the differences and similarities between African and American masks in terms of materials, and roles in life and seasonal cycles. The Teacher Materials for this program are sent in the mail - PLEASE INCLUDE THE TEACHER'S MAILING ADDRESS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION ON YOUR REGISTRATION. |
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| Program Format |
1. Discuss lifestyle of West Africans 100 years ago. 2. Discuss why we wear masks today. 3. Introduce works from Guinea, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria. 4. View brief video of village festival with mask made by the Bwa people. 5. Passport activity and Q&A throughout lesson. |
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| Objectives |
Students will explore the imagery and symbolism of African masks. Students will learn why African artists use animals in some of their masks and how those masks are used in African ceremonies. Students will learn how African masks are similar to and different from contemporary American masks. Students will explore the many roles that masks play in African culture. |
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| National/Common Core Standards to which this program aligns | All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards. | |
| Program Length | 45-60 minutes | |
| By Request |
This program is available by request ONLY |
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| Program Cost |
By Request Cost: $135.00 By Request Cost with Premium Service: $120.00 What's this? |
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| Program Fee Notes |
* All payments must be made within 30 days of registration. * Purchase orders are due within 10 days of registration * Bulk discounts available * Multi-point discounts available |
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| Cancellation Policy | Programs are non-refundable, however cancellations due to technical difficulties, school closings, or those received 48 hours in advance may be rescheduled for no additional charge. Rescheduling is subject to availability. | |
| Is recording allowed? | No | |
| Program Delivery Mode(s) |
Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...) |
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| Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider |
Sites can connect to the CMA directly via IP - all other connections (ISDN, IHETS, Vision Athena) must be bridged. Schools are required to dial into the CMA. Please state connection speed on registration form. CMA can connect from 384 kbps to 3 mbps speed. |
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