CR5.1
Examine the influence of pop culture on own lives and societies, and investigate the work of selected pop culture artists (e.g., Andy Warhol, popular musicians, movie stars, televised music and dance competitions).
Indicators for this outcome
(a)

Analyze and describe the influence of pop culture on contemporary societies, and on own lives.

(b)

Investigate arts expressions that are currently part of mainstream popular culture, and research historical influences on these expressions (e.g., the influence of James Brown or Elvis Presley on contemporary music).

(c)

Analyze relationships between art and pop culture (e.g., visual artist Roy Lichtenstein, comic books, Brit pop bands, improv theatre and performance art for public spaces, dance in music videos).

(d)

Investigate and report on the role of marketing in the promotion and distribution of pop culture products (e.g., TV programs, movies, and viral marketing on the Internet).

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R053243
Raiders of the Lost Art
In episode 19, the boys find ancient rock paintings, and then decide to capture the modern painters who are spraying up the town with graffiti. Meanwhile Raven has a birthday problem: friends or family? "Wapos Bay" is a light-hearted stop-motion animation series that follow the adventures of a group of three children from a Cree community in northern Saskatchewan.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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saskatchewancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: November 22, 2018
R103978
What’s the Difference Between Me & You? with Kris Alvarez - Grades 4-5
Join theatre artist Kris Alvarez on this playful creative journey. On our quest, we will explore collaboratively and independently to find true connections, true voices, while collectively creating. Get ready to move around and have a lot of fun in this class.
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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saskatchewancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: March 24, 2021
R103957
Spontaneous Story with Jayden Pfeifer. Grades 5 & 6
Join theatre artist Jayden Pfeifer as we explore the skills of improvisation! Jayden will work with the students to exercise their improv muscles. Practice availability, listening, accepting, supporting, and creative expression in a supportive group environment. This active and spontaneous storytelling workshop will teach the elements of basic improv story structure. You will learn how to build narrative, invent fun and unique characters, and insert plot twists into your stories!
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
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saskatchewancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: March 30, 2021
R104501
Ask Artists Series
Ask Artists is an inquiry-based learning program for teachers and students. Each episode is an in-depth and intimate journey with a Saskatchewan artist. Artists share candid moments and show students that artists are real people with skills, successes, failures and dreams.
•  Ask Artists Episode 1: "On Air" Radio Play (Part 1: Meet The Artists) - Grahame Kent & Danielle Roy
•  Ask Artists Episode 1: "On Air" Radio Play (Part 2: About Radio Theatre) - Grahame Kent & Danielle Roy
•  Ask Artists Episode 1: "On Air" Radio Play (Part 3: Making A Radio Play) - Grahame Kent & Danielle Roy
•  Ask Artists Episode 1: "On Air" Radio Play (Part 4: Performance of “The Lagoon Monster”) - Grahame Kent & Danielle Roy
Media and Formats : Video
Price : Free
free
canadiancontent
saskatchewancontent
rovervideo
Record posted/updated: December 2, 2021
R053615
Deepening the Discussion: Gender and Sexual Diversity
This document will assist individuals and communities to engage in meaningful discussions and actions to respond to the experiences, perspectives and needs of students and families who are gender and/or sexually diverse (GSD). It will: assist school divisions, central office personnel, administrators, educators, First Nations and Métis organizations and community partners to develop a deeper understanding of gender and sexual diversity; assist in understanding the unique educational, health and safety needs of staff, students and their families who self-identify as gender and/or sexually diverse; provide practical strategies, suggestions and frequently asked questions to support schools and communities as they work with students to anticipate and overcome challenges related to transphobia, homophobia and heterosexism; acknowledge the shared responsibility of ensuring that all students who identify as gender and/or sexually diverse have the same opportunities for safety, socialization and success in schools; assist educators in planning curricular-based instruction and assessment to meet the unique needs of gender and/or sexually diverse students; and assist school divisions and First Nations and Métis organizations to fulfill their ethical and professional responsibilities to provide safe, equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students regardless of their actual or perceived differences.
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Media and Formats : Document
Price : Free
free
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fnmicontent
Record posted/updated: February 13, 2019