Both Jasmyne and Joe used references to Ancient cultures to approach movement. Jasmyne used Beyonce's video"Lemonade" to introduce students to sacred art of the Ori in Nigeria. Joe brought with him pictures of Chinese Ancient masks used in theater and rituals.
Jasmyne uses the warm up to transition into more specific movements: marching, develope devant- hands of waist, arm up, bending forward, shoulder to shoulder and side to side move. Joe's warm up is a mixture of joint movements and stretch.
Both chose simple routines to give content to their lessons. Jasmyne demonstrates weight shiftis, plies, side steps, while the students follow her lead. Both used relaxation as a closing device for their instruction.
Affirmations from Classmates
"Jasmine’s lesson was so enjoyable to me because the theory behind her lesson was fascinating. She went so in depth to the symbolisism of Beyoncé’s album that I became interested to learn more. Her lesson plan was very well developed from the video, discussions and even the smells! I enjoyed the fact that the dance portion of the lesson was easy to follow and not too long because students without dance backgrounds won’t feel clumsy trying to keep up. I also really liked the group exercises that were always followed by words of wisdom on her part." Camila Chediak
"I thought jasmine's class was simply amaizing. I would first like to say that her energy just made all of the class enjoy her lesson. That positive attitude while teaching is what makes students want to come to class. I am also a fan of Beyoncé, this made me feel connected to what she was saying. I really liked the way up when we all stood together as well as the routine she was teaching us. The smell of the class also set the mood as soon as I walked in. Her class truly made me feel powerful, like I could do anything I wanted that day and I would accomplish it. I wouldn’t change anything. For Joe's class I thought it was very interesting how he brought the masks. I liked the meditating part of the class the music was very relaxing. I believe he should speak a little louder next time." Sara Valbuena
About Jasmyne lesson, "it was a great tool to use a popular artist to talk about current relevant issues. The lesson was appropriate for the age group, specially, because that age is about finding yourself. So, bringing in culture was also beneficial for that age group. About Jo's lesson, I like the masks he presented; it was also fun to be able to choose one and do whatever movement we wanted." Adrian Bevilacqua
"About Jasmyne, well organized and well thought out. She explained everything really well. I learned a lot. about Joe, interesting topic; I really liked his warm up." Jenny Davis
About Jasmyne's lesson, "I really liked how she connected a modern and [popular album to a lesson in culture and the strength and resilience of the human race. About Joe's lesson, I liked how he incorporated his culture into the lesson with the masks." Ellen Mitchell
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