Introduce basic Yoruba greetings, phrases, and vocabulary.
Explore the importance of language in Yoruba culture and its role in communication.
Learn about traditional Yoruba religious beliefs, including the worship of Orishas (deities).
Explore Yoruba myths, legends, and creation stories.
Study traditional Yoruba art forms such as beadwork, sculpture, and textile weaving.
Explore the significance of patterns, symbols, and motifs in Yoruba art.
Discover Yoruba musical instruments like the talking drum (dùndún), shekere, and agogo.
Learn traditional Yoruba dance forms and their cultural significance.
Explore Yoruba ceremonies and rituals such as weddings, naming ceremonies (isomoloruko), and funerals.
Understand the symbolism and traditions associated with these rituals.
Discuss the importance of family and extended kinship ties in Yoruba culture.
Explore Yoruba family structures, roles, and responsibilities.
Explore Yoruba oral literature, including proverbs, folktales, and praise poetry (oríkì).
Discuss the role of storytelling in preserving cultural heritage.
Learn about traditional Yoruba cuisine and cooking methods.
Explore popular Yoruba dishes such as amala, ewedu soup, and pounded yam.
Study traditional Yoruba clothing styles, including the buba, iro, and gele.
Discuss the significance of clothing and adornments in Yoruba culture.
Explore Yoruba social structures and institutions, including age-grade associations (egbe) and town meetings (ọmọ onírẹ).
Discuss Yoruba moral values such as respect for elders, honesty, and integrity.
Explore ethical principles embedded in Yoruba proverbs and teachings.
Discuss gender roles and expectations in Yoruba society.
Explore concepts of masculinity, femininity, and gender dynamics.
Learn about traditional Yoruba healing practices, including herbal medicine and spiritual healing.
Discuss the role of healers and diviners in Yoruba society.
Explore Yoruba attitudes toward nature and the environment.
Discuss traditional ecological knowledge and conservation practices.
Explore Yoruba history, including periods of resistance against colonialism and oppression.
Discuss Yoruba resilience and cultural preservation efforts.
Discuss the global influence of Yoruba culture and its connections to the African diaspora.
Explore Yoruba contributions to art, literature, music, and religion worldwide.