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Students learn about Frank Lloyd Wright's philosophy of architecture and will relate this philosophy to a discussion of the role of democracy in art and architecture. Students will discuss the types of architecture and new construction in their community. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students consider the two finalists in the contest for architectural designs for the site of the World Trade Center. They create their own designs for a meaningful public space, then critique each other's designs. Full Review »
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- 6th - 11th
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Students familiarize themselves with some of the competing philosophies underlying architecture. They explore structures as a form of artistic expression as well as a practical undertaking. Full Review »
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- 4th
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Students are introduced to characteristic features of Islamic art and architecture. They follow a rubric to design an original Islamic mosque and to create a sketch for a tessellated style tile. Full Review »
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- 6th
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Students study works of art and look for geometric concepts. They examine forms of architecture to demonstrate their understanding of Geometry. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students develop an appreciation and understanding of the people, their attitudes, values and beliefs as reflected in their architecture. They use slides and or a walking tour showing the various styles of architecture, in New Haven, during the Victorian Age. Full Review »
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- 4th - 11th
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Students create a "mural philosophy" and discuss various areas in their own schools that could use an art mural with the purpose of presenting to school administration. This class art project is adaptable to the needs/desires of specific schools. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine Arabic architecture in Spain. They explore the principles and teachings of Islam and campare them with Catholicism. Students examine paintings and maps to understand different things about the Arab culture. Also, students will explore the Internet to learn more. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students examine the architectural history and background of Islamic Ottoman temples and buildings. They read and discuss text, view photos of Ottoman temples, create a drawing of a structure using ten geometric shapes, and write a short description of their creation. Full Review »
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- 9th - Higher Ed
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Students, in groups, prepare a presentation using slides or other visual media, on art, architecture, government, religion, economics and geography of the Florentine Renaissance. Working as an individual, prepare a two to four page paper or brief presentation which answers or gives an opinion on one of the questions posed in the WebQuest. Full Review »
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