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Offbeat Reggae – Scheme of WorkSuitable for Year 8 SEN and SEMH StudentsDuration: 7 Weeks

Overview:
This 7-week scheme of work is designed for low-ability, SEN, and SEMH students, focusing on offbeat rhythms and reggae-style keyboard playing. The resource includes mid-term planning (MTP), cover tasks, assessment criteria, formative and summative assessments, close-the-gap activities, and exit tickets to support student progress.

The scheme includes printouts for student books and PowerPoint presentations for teachers, ensuring that all resources are accessible and engaging for learners with additional needs.

Learning Objectives:
Learners will be able to:
Understand offbeat rhythms and their importance in reggae music.
Play the five main reggae chords on the keyboard.
Read notes on the F major scale and identify differences from the C major scale.
Recognise and perform syncopated rhythms commonly found in reggae music.

Key Components:
Key Knowledge:
Understanding the origins and cultural significance of reggae music.
Recognising and performing offbeat rhythms.
Learning to play the five main chords used in reggae music.

Key Skills:
Identifying the notes in the F major scale.
Comparing the C major and F major scales.
Performing offbeat rhythms and syncopation on the keyboard.

Assessment Criteria:
Formative Assessment:
Students will be assessed on their prior knowledge of note reading (C scale).
They will also be assessed on their ability to write an offbeat rhythm and match chords to a reggae-style piece.

Summative Assessment:
Students will perform a simplistic melody on the piano, demonstrating:
Correct offbeat timing.
Appropriate finger placement.
Ability to play reggae-style chords in rhythm.

Supporting Resources:
Cover tasks for independent learning.
Close-the-gap activities to reinforce key concepts.
Exit tickets for ongoing progress tracking.
Printable worksheets for student books.
Teacher PowerPoints to support lesson delivery.

This scheme is designed to provide a structured and engaging introduction to reggae music, ensuring that SEN and SEMH students develop confidence in their musical abilities while building essential skills for progression in music education.