Objective:

Students will be able to analyze and describe the characteristics of Cubism art and identify key artists associated with the movement.

Assessment:

Students will create a visual presentation showcasing examples of Cubism art, labeling key features, and explaining the impact of Cubism on modern art.

Key Points:

• Understand the origins and key characteristics of Cubism

• Identify and analyze artworks by famous Cubist artists such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque

• Recognize the influence of Cubism on modern art movements

Opening:

• Show a brief video introducing Cubism and its key features

• Ask students to brainstorm what they know about Cubism and how they think it differs from other art movements

Introduction to New Material:

• Discuss the origins of Cubism and its key characteristics with visual examples

• Address a common misconception: Cubism is only about abstract shapes and distorted forms

Guided Practice:

• Show students various Cubist artworks and guide them in identifying the characteristics discussed

• Scaffold questioning from easy ("What shapes do you see?") to more challenging ("How does the artist use color to create depth?")

• Monitor student performance by circulating around the classroom and providing feedback

Independent Practice:

• Provide students with images of Cubist artworks to analyze independently

• Ask students to write a short description of a chosen artwork, pointing out key features and explaining how Cubism revolutionized the art world

Closing:

• Have students share their analyses with a partner and discuss the most intriguing aspects they discovered about Cubism

Extension Activity:

• Early finishers can research a lesser-known Cubist artist and create a mini-poster highlighting their style and contributions to the movement

Homework:

• For homework, students can research a modern artwork or artist that shows influences of Cubism and write a short reflection on how Cubism continues to impact art today

Standards Addressed:

• Identify and describe the major historical and cultural developments in the visual arts and how they reflect the societies in which they were created

• Analyze the characteristics of works of art that influence the perception of the subject matter, the theme, and the mood