Global Education Themes World hunger, greed, ecology, friendship, future, prejudice, fear, unity. Students must think critically to choose the best possibilities from their ideas. Assessment Group discussion at culmination of project. Continuous teacher, peer, and self-assessment throughout the process through discussion. Much of this will be dependent on grade level, teacher, students, and time frame.
Instrumental music is easier to work with.
Also, choose music with definite sections, breaks, or parts so that each group can easily have its own part for dance. The use of the Creative Dance Keys kit or the Arts Education Curriculum Guide would be a definite asset here. If your students have no background, limit the dance possibilities or choices so that they do not become overwhelmed. This can become very complicated and professional if you choose, or it can be kept very simple. This will be determined by availability of materials and expertise, as well as the audience.