AGOO! AND WHY GLOBAL PERCUSSION?

 



AGOO:

Agoo! is a word from the Ghanaian language of Akan ( The Language of Afrobeat musician Kwame Eugene) that has many meanings.  Basically it means PAY ATTENTION, LISTEN OR SEEKING PERMISSION.

The response is AMEE meaning I am ready or listening.




WHY GLOBAL PERCUSSION: 

Cultural Enrichment is any activity that enriches one's view of cultural differences with a goal towards appreciating cultures and replacing bad ideas with well-informed ones.


READ MORE HERE :  CULTURAL ENRICHMENT
  WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO PRESERVE CULTURE AND TRADITIONS?
Cultural heritage is important in protecting who we are. It gives is a unique connection to the past-to certain social values, beliefs, customs and traditions, that allow us to identify ourselves with others and deepen our sense of unity, belonging and national pride.
PRODUCT:
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND HIGH SCHOOL CULTURE?
It helps students to become More Confident and Well Rounded.
Students who learn about different cultures during their education feel more comfortable and safe with these differences in life. This allows them to be confident, knowledgeable and well-informed to discuss cultural topics logically.






PROCESS:

Artistic 

Academic 

Social




PRODUCT:

Skills

Information

Quality Informed Well rounded Student.



RESOURCES:

Listen to Agoo Las Vegas Radio

AGOO LAS VEGAS RADIO

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