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Importance Of Motif In Dance in Materials For Mosaic for Primary 5

A mosaic is an art form where small pieces of materials such as stones, tiles, or glass are arranged to create a design or picture.

Royal AlikorByRoyal AlikorPublishedJan 22, 2025Reading5 minComments0

Class: Primary 5
term: 2nd Term
Subject: Cultural And Creative Arts
Curriculum Theme: Cultural And Creative Arts
Previous Lesson: Meaning Of Mosaic, Musical Notes And Symbols
Topic: Materials for Mosaic: importance of Motif in Dance
Content/Learning Area: Materials for Mosaic: Importance of Motif in Dance
Time Allocation: 40 minutes


Performance Objectives

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

  • Cognitive Domain: Identify five materials for mosaic production and explain their uses.
  • Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of motif in dance and relate it to cultural expression.
  • Psychomotor Domain: demonstrate how to select and arrange materials for a mosaic.
  • Social Domain: Collaborate with peers to discuss the cultural relevance of motifs in dance.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Center Scheme of Work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information from wikiHow – How to Do Mosaics: 14 Steps (with Pictures)
  • Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

To deliver this lesson,the teacher will use the following materials:

  • Samples of mosaic designs
  • Colored tiles or paper pieces
  • Glue and cardboard
  • Pictures of dancers showing different motifs
  • Chalkboard and chalk

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding mosaic materials and the importance of motif in dance helps pupils appreciate art and cultural expression while fostering creativity and collaboration.


Prerequisite/Previous Knowlege

Pupils are familiar with musical notes and symbols and have basic knowledge of creating simple designs using shapes.


Lesson Content

Materials for Mosaic: Importance of Motif in dance

A mosaic is an art form were small pieces of materials such as stones, tiles, or glass are arranged to create a design or picture.

Materials for Mosaic Production:
Mosaic production involves the use of various materials to create intricate designs. These include:

  1. Colored tiles
  2. Small stones
  3. Glass pieces
  4. Glue
  5. Cardboard
  6. Broken ceramics
  7. Sea shells
  8. Beads

importance of Motif in Dance:
Motifs in dance are recurring patterns or movements that carry symbolic or cultural importance. They are:

  1. Represents cultural identity.
  2. enhances the visual appeal of performances.
  3. Tells stories through movement.
  4. Encourages creativity in choreography.
  5. Preserves cultural heritage.
  6. communicates emotions
  7. Adds structure to choreography
  8. Connects dancers and audience

Teaching Methods

To deliver this lesson,‌ ⁤the teacher will⁤ adopt⁤ the following methods: Explanation, Discussion, Demonstration, Activity-Based, Question and Answer, Interactive discussion, Guided writing, Oral assessment, Recap and feedback


Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: introduction

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher begins by asking pupils what they know about mosaic art and motifs in dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils share their prior knowledge and listen attentively.

Step 2: Materials for Mosaic

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: the teacher lists and shows materials for mosaic (e.g., tiles, stones, glue) and explains their uses in creating designs.Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe and ask questions.

Step 3: Importance of Motif in Dance

Time: 10 mins
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s activity: The teacher discusses the cultural and aesthetic importance of motifs in dance and provides examples of common motifs in Nigerian dances.Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute to the discussion and answer questions.

Step 4: note Taking

time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils in writing concise notes on the materials for mosaic and the importance of motif in dance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy notes into their books.

Step 5: Practical Demonstration

Time: 5 mins
Teaching Skill: Activity-Based
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates how to arrange and glue mosaic materials to create simple designs.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils attempt to create their own mosaic designs using available materials.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 mins
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher asks pupils questions to test their understanding of the topic.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer the teacher’s questions.

Objective-aligned checks:

  1. Identify five materials for mosaic production and explain their uses.
  2. demonstrate how to select and arrange materials for a mosaic.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 mins
Teaching Skill: Summary
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson,highlighting key points,and provides positive feedback to pupils.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and provide feedback on their learning experience.


Lesson Keywords

  • Mosaic – An art form using small pieces of materials to create a design.
  • Motif – A recurring pattern or design.
  • cultural identity – The sense of belonging to a particular culture.
  • Choreography – The art of creating and arranging dances.
  • Aesthetic – Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

  1. List two materials used for mosaic production.
  2. Explain what a mosaic is.
  3. Mention three reasons why motifs are critically important in dance.
  4. Demonstrate how to arrange mosaic materials to form a simple design.
  5. Share one example of a motif from their culture.

Assignment/Homework

  1. Research and write about a famous Nigerian dance and its common motifs.
  2. Collect different materials and create a small mosaic design at home.
  3. Write a short paragraph on how motifs in dance reflect cultural values.

Differentiation

  • For slower learners: Provide simplified materials and one-on-one guidance during the practical activity.
  • For advanced learners: Encourage them to create more complex mosaic designs and research the history of motifs in different cultures.
  • For visual/auditory/kinesthetic learners: Use visual aids, verbal explanations, and hands-on activities to cater to different learning styles.

Note for Teachers

Make the class interactive by involving pupils in discussions and practical activities. Encourage creativity and teamwork during the mosaic activity. happy teaching!

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