PPT
Curated OER

Medieval Architecture

For Teachers 9th - 12th
While this resource is about architecture, it isn't about art. It demonstrates the differences between Romanesque and Gothic architecture to show changes in the socio-political spectrum of the time. Images and good discussion questions...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Mosaics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Studnets study mosaics, including the historical background of the art form. They study the cultures that have used mosaics in their art work, and then they construct their own mosaics.
Unit Plan
Columbia University

Columbia University: Real Virtual: Representing Architectural Time and Space

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive collection of resources designed to aid the teaching of architectural history. An introduction to the period of architecture accompanies images. Viewers can manipulate the images to achieve a panoramic view or close-up of...
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Franks Casket

For Students 9th - 10th
Franks Casket features scenes from Roman, Jewish, Christian and Germanic tradition. When it came to light in the nineteenth century, this magnificent rectangular casket was being used as a family workbox at Auzon, France. Some time...