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Lesson plan of Art: Modern Baroque

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Art: Modern Baroque

Objectives (5 - 7 minutes)

  1. Understand Baroque art as an artistic movement that originated in Europe and spread throughout America, greatly influencing culture and art in the 17th and 18th centuries.

  2. Analyze Baroque art as a Christian representation in the modern age, focusing on how religion influenced the aesthetics and themes of this artistic style.

  3. Develop critical and analytical skills to identify and appreciate Baroque artworks, taking into consideration their historical, cultural, and religious contexts.

Secondary Objectives:

  1. Stimulate independent research and active student participation in learning through the use of the flipped classroom methodology.

  2. Provide a deeper and more personal understanding of Baroque art, encouraging students to engage with the study material in creative and interactive ways.

  3. Encourage the appreciation of art as a form of cultural and personal expression, highlighting the importance of Baroque art in the history of world art.

Introduction (10 - 12 minutes)

  1. Review of Previous Content:

    • The teacher begins the lesson with a brief review of artistic styles that preceded Baroque art, such as the Renaissance, and how they relate to the emergence and development of Baroque art.
    • Students are invited to share their understandings and perceptions of these artistic movements, highlighting their main characteristics and contrasting them with Baroque art.
  2. Problem Situations:

    • The teacher presents two problem situations to students to stimulate critical thinking and curiosity about the lesson topic.
      • Situation 1: 'How do you think art can be influenced by religion and society in different historical periods?'
      • Situation 2: 'How can Baroque art be seen as a reaction to previous artistic styles, such as the Renaissance?'
  3. Subject Contextualization:

    • The teacher contextualizes the importance of Baroque art in the history of world art, highlighting its impact and influence on the culture, religion, and society of the time.
    • The teacher also emphasizes how Baroque art remains relevant today, being a milestone in art history and still being studied and appreciated.
  4. Engaging Students' Attention:

    • The teacher introduces the lesson topic with two curiosities about Baroque art:
      • Curiosity 1: 'Did you know that the term 'baroque' was initially used pejoratively to describe art that was considered exaggerated or excessively ornamented? However, today, the term is used to describe one of the most influential artistic movements in history.'
      • Curiosity 2: 'Baroque art is known for its dramaticity and intense emotion. Many Baroque artists used the chiaroscuro technique, which involves the use of light and shadow to create a strong contrast and highlight certain aspects of their works.'
  5. The teacher concludes the introduction to the topic by reinforcing that the lesson will be an opportunity for students to deepen their knowledge of Baroque art, developing critical and analytical skills to appreciate and understand this important artistic movement.

Development (20 - 25 minutes)

  1. Baroque Artwork Analysis Activity (10 - 12 minutes)

    • The teacher divides the class into small groups and distributes a printed copy of a famous Baroque artwork to each group. Each group receives a different artwork. The artworks may include Caravaggio's 'The Conversion of Saint Paul,' Bernini's 'The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa,' among others.
    • Students are instructed to analyze their group's artwork, observing characteristics such as the use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), dramaticity, portrayed emotion, ornamentation, and religious themes.
    • Each group then prepares a brief presentation for the class, discussing their analysis of the artwork and how it incorporates the characteristic elements of Baroque art.
  2. Debate on the Influence of Religion on Baroque Art (5 - 7 minutes)

    • After the presentations, the teacher leads a class debate on the influence of religion on Baroque art.
    • To start the debate, the teacher can ask questions like: 'How did religion influence Baroque art?' and 'How can Baroque art be seen as a Christian representation in the modern age?'
    • Students are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas, based on the analyses of the artworks they conducted and the knowledge they acquired during the lesson.
  3. Practical Art Activity (5 - 6 minutes)

    • To conclude the development phase, the teacher proposes a practical art activity. Each student receives a sheet of paper and colored pencils or crayons.
    • Students are challenged to draw their own interpretation of a religious scene in the Baroque style, incorporating elements such as the use of light and shadow, dramaticity, and emotion.
    • During the activity, the teacher circulates around the room, providing feedback and guidance to the students.
    • This activity provides students with the opportunity to explore Baroque art in a practical way, reinforcing their understanding of the style and allowing them to express their creativity.

The goal of these activities is to provide students with a deeper understanding of Baroque art, allowing them to explore the topic interactively and practically. By the end of this phase, students should be able to identify and analyze characteristics of Baroque art and understand how religion influenced this artistic style.

Return (8 - 10 minutes)

  1. Group Discussion (3 - 4 minutes)

    • The teacher gathers the entire class for a group discussion on the solutions or conclusions found by each group during the analysis of Baroque artworks.
    • Each group has the opportunity to briefly share their findings and observations with the class. They can highlight specific characteristics of Baroque art they identified, the emotions the artwork evoked in them, and how religion influenced the artwork.
    • The teacher can facilitate the discussion by asking provocative questions or requesting clarifications, keeping the discussion focused and productive.
  2. Connecting Activity with Theory (2 - 3 minutes)

    • Next, the teacher connects the practical activities carried out by the students with the theory of Baroque art.
    • For example, the teacher may select some drawings created by students during the practical activity and discuss how they incorporate characteristics of Baroque art, such as the use of light and shadow, dramaticity, and religious themes.
    • This step aims to reinforce students' learning by demonstrating the practical application of the theoretical concepts discussed during the lesson.
  3. Individual Reflection (2 - 3 minutes)

    • To conclude the lesson, the teacher proposes that students reflect individually on what they have learned.
    • The teacher presents the following questions to guide students' reflection:
      1. 'What was the most important concept about Baroque art that you learned today?'
      2. 'What questions about Baroque art have not been answered yet or would you like to explore further?'
    • Students have a minute to think about their answers. Then, they are invited to share their reflections with the class, if they wish.
    • This step aims to encourage students to actively process what they have learned, identify any gaps in their understanding, and take responsibility for their own learning.

This return stage is essential to consolidate students' learning, providing them with the opportunity to reflect on what they have learned, make connections with theory, and identify areas for future exploration. By the end of this stage, students should have a deeper understanding of Baroque art and how it reflects the influence of religion on art during the modern age.

Conclusion (5 - 7 minutes)

  1. Recapitulation of Key Topics (2 - 3 minutes)

    • The teacher gathers the class and recaps the main topics and concepts discussed during the lesson. This includes the origin and development of Baroque art, the influence of religion on this artistic style, and the main characteristics of Baroque art, such as dramaticity, use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), and religious themes.
    • The teacher also revisits the main Baroque artworks analyzed during the lesson, highlighting how they exemplify the characteristic elements of Baroque art.
  2. Connection between Theory, Practice, and Applications (1 - 2 minutes)

    • The teacher explains how the lesson connected the theory of Baroque art with practice. This is done by referencing the activities carried out during the lesson, such as the analysis of Baroque artworks and the drawing practical activity.
    • The teacher emphasizes how these activities allowed students to explore Baroque art in a practical way, reinforcing their understanding of the style and allowing them to express their creativity.
    • The teacher also discusses how Baroque art applies to the real world, whether in the appreciation of artworks in museums and galleries, or in how the style influenced subsequent art and architecture.
  3. Additional Study Materials (1 - 2 minutes)

    • The teacher suggests additional study materials for students who wish to deepen their knowledge of Baroque art. This may include books, documentaries, museum websites with Baroque art collections, and visits to local museums exhibiting Baroque art.
    • The teacher may also suggest extra activities, such as researching more about a specific Baroque artist or analyzing another Baroque artwork, to deepen students' understanding of the subject.
  4. Importance of the Subject in Everyday Life (1 minute)

    • To conclude the lesson, the teacher highlights the importance of Baroque art in everyday life.
    • The teacher can point out how Baroque art influenced the aesthetics of various aspects of modern life, from architecture to interior design.
    • The teacher can also mention how understanding Baroque art can enrich students' experience when visiting museums or studying history and culture.

The conclusion of the lesson is an essential part of the lesson plan, as it helps consolidate students' learning, reaffirms the relevance of the subject studied, and provides a direction for future studies. By the end of this stage, students should have a solid understanding of Baroque art and its relevance in both art history and everyday life.

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