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In this lesson, students will generate questions about a particular
object, categorize the questions, and then try to answer the
questions through research and imaginative writing. You the
teacher do not need to be an expert on this object or on African
art. You just need to keep the activity going. The goal is
to look carefully and long at an object and to become curious
about it through this type of exploration. Using questions
only – to begin with – lessens intimidation about
knowing the “right answer” and allows for ongoing
investigation and greater participation by all students.
GRADE
LEVEL: Grades 3–12
TIME ALLOTMENT:
3–5 periods
SUBJECT MATTER: African
art and culture
NYS LEARNING STANDARDS
Social Studies: II – 1, 3
English Language Arts: I, II
Arts: II, III, IV
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Complete NYS Learning Standards
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Students will:
• Be able to visually explore
a previously unknown art object through close observation
and interrogation.
• Have a practical understanding
of research techniques, using library and internet resource
materials.
• Be familiar with the use art
as a point of departure for creative writing.
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