,ICA1501
UNIQUE ASSESSMENT NUMBER: 843715
DUE DATE: 15 July 2024 @ 23:00
QUESTION 1
Your school principal has asked you to present a showcase for Heritage Day at
your school. She wants learners not only to create artwork suited for the event
but also to present an art discussion to help create cross-cultural appreciation.
You have decided to let your Grade 5 Creative Arts class discuss African textiles
according to art elements and principles, as well as the history of the fabric, as
part of the showcase.
• Explain how you will facilitate the lesson where learners will evaluate different
tribes’ fabric and report on the visual qualities (Elements of art and principles of
design) of each in preparation for the showcase.
• Include images that you will use in class, of the textiles chosen, which tribe they
represent and why they were chosen as part of preparing learners for the
showcase
Heritage Day is a special day to appreciate and understand different cultures. As
part of our Grade 5 Creative Arts lessons, we will explore African textiles, which
are rich in history and visual beauty. We will analyze fabrics from three African
tribes: the Ashanti people's Kente cloth from Ghana, the Basotho people's
Shweshwe fabric from Lesotho, and the Bambara people's Mud Cloth from Mali.
First, we will present a selection of textiles, including Kente cloth from the Ashanti
tribe, Shwe Shwe from the Lesotho tribe, and Mud cloth from the Bambara tribe.
We will discuss the materials, production methods, and symbolic meanings
behind the patterns and colors. Learners will take notes and ask questions to
deepen their understanding.
, Next, we will analyze the visual qualities of each fabric using art elements and
design principles. We will discuss color, pattern, texture, and shape, and how
these elements convey meaning and cultural identity. This will help learners
appreciate the artistic value of the fabrics.
To prepare for the showcase, each learner will research and report on a specific
fabric. They will present their findings on the fabric's visual qualities and cultural
significance within its tribe. This will help learners gain a deeper understanding of
the textiles and share their knowledge with their peers.
Before the lesson, we will provide images of the textiles, information about the
tribes they represent, and additional resources like books and videos. This will
help learners familiarize themselves with the textiles and understand their
cultural significance. Here is a brief presentation of all the three different textiles:
Kente cloth from Ghana
The Kente cloth was chosen for the showcase because of its significance in
Ashanti culture. It is a symbol of royalty, wealth, and status, and is often worn on
special occasions such as weddings and ceremonies. The cloth is also a
representation of the Ashanti people's history, philosophy, and beliefs, with each
color and pattern having a specific meaning.