Learning Design
Information
Project Title: Show Choir
Developer(s): Amy Hanson
Development Date: 06/15/1998
Revised By: Amy Hanson
Revision Date: 10/19/1998
Organization: Shawano-Gresham School District
Department: music
Instructional Area: Music & Arts
Instructional Level: 6-8
Total Credits: 0
Target Population
6th-8th grade students
Course Description
Show Choir is an elective class that integrates choreography into the choral experience. A varied repertoire of 2 and 3 part music is memorized, choreographed and then performed in a concert setting. Vocal technique, developing the ensemble and dance are the main emphasis of this class. Various public performances are presented by this group.
Target Exit Learning Outcomes
Core Abilities
1 Make informed choices based on global connections due to the interdependence of the world o learner recognizes cultural differences in order to promote understanding for a cooperative work and social environment o learner demonstrates awareness of current world events o learner describes political, economic and social systems different from one's own o learner demonstrates geographical literacy o learner recognizes difference in world measurements
2 Utilize informational resources for life-long learning o learner augments and values learning o learner is open to new ideas o learner has avocational interests o learner understands the need for ongoing education o learner searches for knowledge to satisfy curiosity o learner sets goals and makes plans to achieve them o learner takes risks
3 Communicate effectively through speaking and writing in all areas o learner applies the English language correctly (spelling, grammar, structure) o learner writes so others can understand o learner speaks so others can understand o learner gives