Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - JHS 2

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Performance objectives

• Identify and classify traditional and global rhythmic dance movements.
• Perform dance movements individually and in groups.
• Create combinations of traditional and global rhythmic movements.
• Record and reflect on your performance and effort.

Lesson summary

Traditional rhythmic gymnastics, games and dance combine movement, rhythm, coordination and cultural expression. In Ghana, rhythmic movement is part of everyday life—festivals (Homowo, Aboakyir, Hogbetsotso), school gatherings, church/mosque celebrations, and community events. Learning to classify and perform both global and traditional Ghanaian rhythmic movements helps learners to: stay physically active and healthy, build confidence and teamwork, appreciate Ghana’s diverse cultures and respect others’ cultures (Cultural Identity & Global Citizenship), communicate and collaborate effectively in groups (Communication & Collaboration).

Lesson notes

A. Meaning of Rhythm and Rhythmic Movement Rhythm: a regular pattern of beats in music or sound (e.g., clapping, drumming, bell). Beat: the steady pulse you can count (1, 2, 3, 4…). Counts: numbers used to organise movement to the beat (often 8 counts make a phrase). Rhythmic movement: body movements performed in time with a beat, showing coordination, flow, and control.

Example (simple counting): If the class claps steadily and counts 1–8, a learner can step on each count: Count 1: step right Count 2: step left Count 3: step right Count 4: step left Count 5–8: repeat or add arm swings B. What is Traditional Rhythmic Dance/Gymnastics? Traditional rhythmic dance movements are movements from Ghanaian communities that are performed with local rhythms, songs, drums, and cultural meaning.

Examples across Ghana (teacher may select based on community): Adowa (Akan): graceful hand gestures, shoulder and footwork, expressive storytelling. Kpanlogo (Ga): energetic steps, hip movements, clapping patterns. Bamaya (Dagomba): flowing arm movements, turning, rhythmic footwork. Agbadza (Ewe): coordinated group patterns, stamping/stepping, call-and-response. Borborbor (Ewe): circular/group formations, shoulder and waist movements.

Traditional rhythmic gymnastics movements (in this topic) are dance-like movements with control, such as: controlled turns, balances, coordinated arm patterns, rhythmic stepping, body waves—performed safely and in time. C. What is Global Rhythmic Dance/Gymnastics? Global rhythmic movements are rhythmic dance styles and movement patterns that are widely known internationally and may come from other countries or modern popular culture.

Evaluation guide

• Research and synchronise traditional individual and group dance movements
• and global rhythmic dance movements and perform.
• Create and perform combinations of global and traditional rhythmic dance
• gymnastics movements in small and large groups.