Subject: MAPEH

Grade Level: Grade 10

Objective: Identify distinct characteristics of art

Learning across the curriculum:

- English Language Arts: Students can write a descriptive essay about a particular
artwork, focusing on its distinct characteristics.

- Science: Students can explore the science behind colors and their impact on art.

- History: Students can research and analyze the historical context of different art
movements.

Elicit:

- Access prior knowledge by asking students to share their favorite artworks and
what they appreciate about them.

- Show images of famous artworks and ask students to identify the distinct
characteristics they observe.

- Discuss the role of art in society and how it reflects the culture of a particular
community.

Engage:

1. Show a video montage of various art forms, such as paintings, sculptures, dance
performances, and musical compositions. Ask students to write down their initial
reactions and emotions evoked by the different art forms.

2. Play a game where students have to guess the artist or art movement based on
given clues and visual representations.

3. Arrange a gallery walk within the classroom, displaying different artworks with
hidden labels. Students can move around and discuss their interpretations of the
artworks, focusing on their distinct characteristics.

Explore:
Activity 1: Analyzing Art Elements

Materials: Artworks with different elements (line, shape, color, texture, etc.),
paper, pencils

Instructions:

1. Provide students with artworks and ask them to identify and label the different art
elements present.

2. In pairs or small groups, students discuss their findings and present their analysis
to the class.

Rubric:

- Correct identification and labeling of art elements: 5 points

- Clear and logical presentation of analysis: 5 points

Assessment questions:

1. How does the use of lines contribute to the overall mood or message of the
artwork?

2. What role does color play in the composition and interpretation of the artwork?

Activity 2: Comparing Art Styles

Materials: Images of artworks from different art movements, paper, markers

Instructions:

1. Give each student a set of images representing different art styles.

2. Students compare and contrast the distinct characteristics of each art style, noting
similarities and differences.

3. Students create a visual representation (e.g., Venn diagram, mind map) of their
analysis.
Rubric:

- Accurate identification and comparison of art styles: 5 points

- Clear and organized visual representation: 5 points

Assessment questions:

1. What are the distinct characteristics of Cubism? Provide examples from artworks.

2. Compare and contrast the art styles of Impressionism and Surrealism.

Activity 3: Creating Artwork with Distinct Characteristics

Materials: Art supplies (paint, brushes, clay, etc.), reference materials

Instructions:

1. Students choose an art form (painting, sculpture, dance, music) and create an
artwork that showcases distinct characteristics.

2. Students present their artwork to the class, explaining the choices they made and
the message they intended to convey.

Rubric:

- Creativity and originality of the artwork: 5 points

- Clear explanation of the distinct characteristics and message: 5 points

Assessment questions:

1. What distinct characteristics did you incorporate into your artwork? How do these
characteristics contribute to the overall meaning?

2. How did the process of creating the artwork enhance your understanding of the
distinct characteristics of art?
Explain:

1. Lecture: The teacher explains the concept of distinct characteristics of art,

providing examples and discussing how different elements and styles contribute to
the overall meaning and impact of an artwork.

2. Group discussion: Students share their analysis of specific artworks, focusing on

the distinct characteristics they identified and how these characteristics enhance the
artistic experience.

Elaborate:

1. Field trip to an art museum or gallery, where students can observe and analyze
artworks firsthand.

2. Guest artist talk or workshop, where a professional artist shares their experiences
and insights on creating art with distinct characteristics.

Evaluate:

1. Written reflection: Students write a reflection paper on their understanding of the

distinct characteristics of art, citing specific examples and artworks to support their
analysis.

2. Peer assessment: Students assess and provide feedback on each other's

presentations and artwork creations, focusing on the incorporation of distinct
characteristics.

Extend:
1. Research project: Students choose a specific art movement or artist and conduct
in-depth research on their distinct characteristics and contributions to the art world.

2. Collaborative art project: Students work together to create a mural or installation

that showcases distinct characteristics of different art forms, incorporating elements
from painting, sculpture, dance, and music.

Assignment:

Create a multimedia presentation showcasing your analysis of a chosen artwork,

highlighting its distinct characteristics and explaining how these characteristics
contribute to its overall impact. Include visuals, audio, and written explanations to
enhance your presentation.