The theme we chose focuses on the unknowns in art. The entire unit leads up to
the theories of 2012. These theories present unknowns for the future of society. It is
appropriate to evolve the unit to this place. Our overall focus is on the unknown in art
and society.

1. Students will investigate the role and functions of visual art.
2. Students will demonstrate the ability to research independently in order
to increase their understanding of visual art and to further knowledge on a
variety of themes.

The presentation is on different styles of art that contain an element of the unknown
(examples include surrealism, cubism, German expressionism, etc). The teacher presents
each style.
The teacher would inquire students to answer the following questions:
-What images do you recognize in this piece?
-What is unknown to you in this piece and why?
The discussion could end with the students considering the question:
-What does the unknown mean to you?

The students research their style and bring examples of artists and their work to the next
class. This homework assignment will be assessed. If the students find another style that
is unknown to them, they may use that style and bring their research to show to the
teacher.