Overview
This lesson explores cultural influences, relationships, and characteristics in Asian performing and visual arts, focusing on cultural homogenization, interculturalism, Asianness, and cross-cultural collaboration.
Learning Competencies & Objectives
- Analyze cultural influences, similarities, and differences in Asian arts.
- Relate characteristics of Asian performance and visual arts.
- Explain emerging and contemporary concepts, techniques, and practices in Asian arts.
Cultural Homogenization in Asian Arts
- Cultural homogenization is when cultures become more alike by widely sharing customs, ideas, and values.
- Interculturalism describes how different cultures connect, interact, and influence each other.
- Asianness refers to the rising global popularity of Asian culture, like anime, K-pop, and manga.
Examples of Asian Cultural Influence
- K-pop's popularity in Indonesia and Thailand is driven by catchy music, choreography, and high production values.
- J-pop has influenced Vietnam’s music scene, mixing foreign styles with Japanese elements.
- Asian cultures often adapt and inspire each other, creating a richly interconnected scene.
Interculturalism & Cross-Cultural Collaboration
- K-pop, notably with BTS, has become a global industry, breaking records and popularizing Korean culture worldwide.
- Anime’s influence seen in Western media fosters creative collaborations and mutual appreciation.
- Cosplay has spread from Japan to become a global phenomenon, connecting diverse communities.
Activities & Discussion
- Activities include crossword puzzles, video viewings, article readings, essays, group discussions, picture analysis, and group presentations.
- Students analyze, compare, and relate Asian performance and visual arts to their own culture.
- Reflection tasks encourage sharing key learnings, fun facts, and remaining questions.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Cultural Homogenization — the process where distinct cultures become more similar due to widespread sharing of customs and values.
- Interculturalism — interactions and exchanges between different cultures.
- Asianness — the unique identity and influence of Asian popular culture globally.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Complete crossword puzzle and video viewing questions in your notebook.
- Read and answer questions from provided articles.
- Write and submit an essay on K-pop’s influence in the Philippines.
- Participate in group discussions and activities.
- Reflect on your learnings and prepare for the formative assessment.