Mola, Mola

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MolaArt I 11/2009

Mola

1. Bird, Sky or Wind idea2. Sea Life or Water idea3. Plant, Flower, or Earth idea4. Fire idea5. Animal idea6. Geometric Design idea

Objective: TSWBAT evaluate the technique and cultural heritage behind making molas. TSWBAT synthesize a mola based on the techniques analyzed based on observation, creative expression, historical heritage, and evaluation.

Evaluation:6 drafted ideas4 layers/colors minimumCut neat and cleanAccuracy of subject matterAttached properlySigned Properly

Molas

Mola Review:+How many layers can a mola panel have?+The _____ Indians create Molas.+What is the name of the group of islands the Kuna people live on and where are the islands located?+List 4 physical features of Kuna people.+Where did molas appear in the Kuna culture?+Specifically, who makes them?+The fabric most often used for making a mola is ____.+List 2 factors that help determine the quality of a mola.+Geometric molas, the most traditional mola design, developed from what type of designs?+List 5 different mola designs.+How did North Americans moving into the area affect the mola design?+How are molas used today?

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