Format
1. The program begins with exploring the geography of East Africa and Rwanda.
2. Introduce the flag and view photos of Kigali life.
3. The instructor reviews essential vocabulary relevant to Africa and Rwanda..
4. Depending on grade, instructor discusses the ethnic separation that took place into a discussion of truth and reconciliation.
3. The students are introduced to a call and response.
4. Students engage in a dance warm up
5. The drummer accompanist introduces students to the dance "break"
6. The students learn the dance Intore one step at a time
7. Students view a video of the professional company Inganzo Ngari performing Intore
8. The drummer teaches the students a traditional Rwandan song Humura.
9. Students engage in a cooling down
10. The instructor reviews the vocabulary
11. Students can ask question about what they have learned.
Objectives
Participants will:
- explore Rwandan culture
- learn new vocabulary related to African and Rwandan Culture
- learn two traditional African call and responses
- warm up their bodies to dance through a series of stretches
- engage in a dance workshop
- sing a traditional Rwandan song
- end the workshop with a cool-down session
Standards Alignment
National Standards
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.2.SL.3 -- Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.6.SL.4 -- Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
State Standards
Blueprint for Teaching and Learning in the Arts Dance Making: Bench Mark 5: Performing:
Students perform, demonstrating the ability to:
- reproduce complex sequences accurately.
- dance with focus and intent.
- dance with responsiveness to rhythm, tempo and mood of music.
- demonstrate awareness of cultural tradition and style or genre.