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Brown-Danquah, Benita Binta – 1994
This guide provides history, format, contact names, addresses, and phone numbers of some African dance and African American marching units in Philadelphia (Pennsylvania). The working papers are divided into two categories. "Part One: Movements of African Dance in Philadelphia" begins with a sensitive, detailed explanation of the…
Descriptors: Adult Programs, Art Education, Black Culture, Blacks
International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands). – 1984
The five papers in this collection on art and music environments in developing countries were presented at the 1984 IFLA general conference. (1) In "Developing an Art for Life's Sake," Gavin Jantjes, a black South African artist currently living and working in the United Kingdom, offers personal viewpoints on issues relating to the art…
Descriptors: Art Education, Cultural Activities, Cultural Influences, Dance
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Hanna, Emily; Eubanks, Paula – Art Education, 2000
Compares the values of the Akan people of West Africa and African-American cultures and works of art that embody these values. Describes each artwork (Akan crown, African-American Head Wrap, Asafo Flags, and the Harriet Powers quilt) and provides questions and activities appropriate for middle school students. (CMK)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, Area Studies, Art Education
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Pichini, Cecelia D.; Sanson, Debra – School Arts, 1990
Describes an African maskmaking project completed by seventh grade that gave students insight into tribal cultures. Discusses materials and methods students used to make the masks along with a backdrop painting to complement their masks. Displays several examples of student art. (DB)
Descriptors: African Culture, Art Activities, Art Education, Art History