Class: Junior Secondary School 2 (JSS 2 / JS2)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 6
Age: 13 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural and Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Stages in Rehearsal: Definition of Stages in Rehearsal.
Topic: DANCE
Subject Matter: Definition of Dance, State the different types of dance, Pure Dance, Dramatic Dance: Comic Dance

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

Cognitive Domain:

Define dance.
State different types of dance.
Explain what pure dance is.
Describe dramatic dance, specifically comic dance.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the importance of dance in culture.
Enjoy participating in simple dance movements.

Psychomotor Domain:

Demonstrate basic dance steps or movements.
Identify various dance forms when observed.

Work cooperatively with peers during group dance activities.
Respect diverse cultural dance expressions.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

Junior Secondary Schools Education Curriculum
State Unified Scheme of Work
Cultural and Creative Arts for Junior Secondary Schools 2
https://www.education.gov.ng/
https://www.learn.org/

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures or video clips of different types of dance
Music player with various genres of music
Chalkboard and chalk/Whiteboard and marker

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand dance as an important form of creative expression and cultural heritage. It enables them to identify different dance types and appreciate their unique characteristics and roles in society.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should have a basic understanding of creative arts and some exposure to music and movement from their daily lives.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

DANCE

Definition of Dance

Dance is an art form that involves rhythmic body movement, often performed to music. It is a form of expression, social interaction, or performance, commonly seen in cultures all over the world.

Types of Dance

There are many types of dance, which can generally be grouped based on their purpose or style. Some common types include:

Traditional/Cultural Dance
Social Dance
Modern Dance
Ballet
Hip-hop
Pure Dance
Dramatic Dance

Pure Dance

Pure dance focuses solely on the beauty of movement and form without telling a specific story or conveying a particular emotion. Its main purpose is aesthetic, emphasizing lines, shapes, and the flow of the body in space.

Dramatic Dance: Comic Dance

Dramatic dance aims to tell a story or express specific emotions and characters through movement. Comic dance is a type of dramatic dance that uses humor, exaggerated movements, and lighthearted themes to entertain and evoke laughter from the audience.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and asks them to mention any activities they enjoy doing with music. The teacher then relates their responses to movement and introduces the topic, Dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond by mentioning activities like singing, clapping, and dancing. They listen attentively as the teacher introduces the topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are introduced to the concept of dance.

Step 2: Definition of Dance

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a discussion on what dance means to the pupils and then provides a clear definition of dance, writing it on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share their understanding of dance and copy the definition from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils define dance.

Step 3: Types of Dance

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Listing/Categorization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils to name different types of dance they know or have seen. The teacher then lists and briefly introduces various types of dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils mention different dance types and copy the list from the board.
Learning Point: Pupils identify different types of dance.

Step 4: Pure Dance

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the concept of pure dance, emphasizing that it focuses on movement and form rather than storytelling. The teacher may show a short video clip or picture of pure dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe the examples, and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand pure dance.

Step 5: Dramatic Dance: Comic Dance

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation with examples
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains dramatic dance, then focuses on comic dance, describing its characteristics and purpose (to entertain and evoke laughter). The teacher may demonstrate a simple comic movement.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the explanation and observe the demonstration.
Learning Point: Pupils understand comic dance as a form of dramatic dance.

Step 6: Practical Demonstration/Discussion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Participation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher encourages pupils to briefly try a simple movement that expresses joy or humor, connecting it to comic dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the simple movement activity.
Learning Point: Pupils engage practically with the concept of dance expression.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What is dance?
Mention three types of dance.
Explain what pure dance is.
Describe comic dance.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson, reiterating the definition of dance and the different types discussed, with emphasis on pure and comic dance. The teacher then gives an assignment.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and copy the assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils recall the main aspects of the lesson.

Lesson Keywords

Dance – Rhythmic body movement, often performed to music, for expression or interaction.
Pure Dance – Dance that focuses on movement and form without telling a story.
Dramatic Dance – Dance that tells a story or expresses emotions.
Comic Dance – A type of dramatic dance using humor and exaggerated movements to entertain.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, they can be encouraged to research and present other specific examples of dramatic dances. For those who need more support, the teacher will provide visual aids and guided practice for identifying dance types and movements.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Teachers should ensure that the lesson is interactive and that pupils have opportunities to engage with the concepts through movement, discussion, and observation. Encourage respect for all forms of dance expression.