## Lesson Plan: Art History (Modern and Contemporary)
### Grade: 9
### Subject: Art
### Duration: 90 minutes
#### Objective:
Students will gain an understanding of major movements and key figures in modern and contemporary art, and analyze how these movements have influenced art practices today.
#### Materials Needed:
- Smartboard/Projector
- Internet access
- Printed handouts with images and descriptions of notable artworks
- Notebooks and pens/pencils
- Art supplies (sketch paper, pencils, colored pencils/markers, etc.)
- Poster board for group activity
#### Standards Addressed:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of how key events or ideas develop over the course of the text.
- Visual Arts Standard: Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures.
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#### Lesson Outline:
**1. Introduction (10 minutes)**
- **Greeting and Attendance:** Conduct a quick roll call.
- **Engagement Activity:** Show a short video clip introducing modern and contemporary art (e.g., a 3-5 minute overview from Khan Academy or a similar reputable source).
**2. Direct Instruction (20 minutes)**
- **Lecture/Presentation:** Use the Smartboard/Projector to show a PowerPoint on key movements (e.g., Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism, Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, Contemporary Art) and influential artists (e.g., Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, Jackson Pollock, Andy Warhol, Yayoi Kusama).
- **Discussion Points:**
- Briefly describe each movement and its core characteristics.
- Highlight a few seminal works and how they reflect the movement.
**3. Group Activity (25 minutes)**
- **Group Formation:** Divide the class into small groups (4-5 students per group).
- **Assignment:** Each group will receive a poster board and art supplies. They will choose one movement or artist from the lecture and create a visual and written presentation.
- **Visual Component:** Create a collage or artistic representation that embodies the chosen art movement/artist.
- **Written Component:** Write a brief summary (3-4 sentences) explaining the movement/artist and their significance.
- **Presentation Preparation:** Groups work collaboratively on their poster board presentations.
**4. Group Presentations and Discussion (20 minutes)**
- **Presentation:** Each group presents their poster to the class, discussing their chosen movement/artist.
- **Class Discussion:** After each presentation, hold a brief Q&A session to encourage class participation and deeper understanding.
**5. Individual Reflection (10 minutes)**
- **Journal Entry:** Students will write a reflection in their notebooks about what they learned. Prompts can include:
- “Which art movement or artist did you find most interesting and why?”
- “How do you think modern and contemporary art influence today's culture and society?”
**6. Conclusion and Homework (5 minutes)**
- **Recap:** Summarize key points of the lesson.
- **Homework Assignment:** Ask students to select a modern or contemporary artist not covered in the lesson and write a one-page report. Include images of the artist’s work and discuss their influence and style.
**Assessment:**
- Participation in group activities and discussions.
- Quality and creativity of group presentations.
- Completion of individual reflection.
- Homework report on a chosen modern or contemporary artist.
#### Differentiation:
- **For Advanced Students:** Encourage deeper research into lesser-known movements or experimental art practices.
- **For Struggling Students:** Provide guided notes and allow extra time for reflection and journal entry.
- **For Visual Learners:** Use plenty of images and videos during the lecture.
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#### Reflection:
- **Teacher’s Notes:** After the lesson, note what worked well and what could be improved. Consider students’ engagement levels, understanding, and creativity during activities and presentations. Adjust future lessons based on observations.
This lesson plan provides a balanced approach to teaching modern and contemporary art history, fostering both academic understanding and creative expression among Grade 9 students.