Lesson Plan | Teachy Methodology | Art: Modern Baroque

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to clearly present to the students the objectives of the lesson, guiding them on what is expected that they understand and be able to accomplish by the end of the session. This will promote a focused direction for their activities and efforts during the lesson.

Main Objectives

1. Understand baroque art as an artistic and religious expression in the Modern Age.

2. Analyze the influence of the baroque movement in Europe and its dissemination throughout America.

Side Objectives

1. Develop a critical and contextual appreciation of baroque art in different cultures.
2. Encourage research skills and critical analysis through the use of digital tools.

Introduction

Duration: (15 - 20 minutes)

The purpose of this stage is to foster initial engagement and stimulate students' curiosity about the topic. By searching and sharing interesting facts, students begin to connect with the subject actively and collaboratively, preparing for a productive and in-depth discussion about baroque art and its relevance in modernity.

Warming Up

Introduction:

Baroque art emerged in the late 16th century in Europe, characterized by its grandeur, richness of detail, and emotional expressiveness. This artistic style was widely used by the Catholic Church as a tool for propagating faith during the Counter-Reformation. Today, we will explore how baroque transcended its original period and influenced modern art. To begin, ask the students to use their phones to search for an interesting fact about baroque art and share it with the class.

Initial Reflections

1. What is the main characteristic of baroque art?

2. How did the Catholic Church use baroque art for its purposes?

3. What are some famous examples of baroque works in Europe and the Americas?

4. How did baroque art influence later artistic movements?

5. Can we identify baroque elements in contemporary artworks? Examples?

Development

Duration: 70 - 75 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to allow students to actively explore the concepts of baroque art through dynamic activities contextualized with their digital realities, promoting collaborative learning and the development of critical and technological skills.

Activity Suggestions

It is recommended that only one of the suggested activities be carried out

Activity 1 - 🖼️ Creation of a Modern Baroque Feed on Instagram

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Relate baroque art concepts to modern life and develop research and digital communication skills.

- Description: In this activity, students will create a fictitious Instagram profile dedicated to modern baroque art. They will post and comment on baroque artworks, relating them to contemporary elements they find in their daily lives.

- Instructions:

• Divide the students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group will create a fictitious Instagram profile.

• Groups must conduct digital research on baroque artworks, selecting at least 5 works to post on the profile.

• Each post must include a detailed description of the artwork, highlighting baroque features and relating them to modern elements (e.g., contemporary architecture, graphic design, etc.).

• Students must interact with each other's posts, commenting and liking their posts to simulate a social media experience.

• At the end, groups will present their profiles and discuss how baroque art has influenced and can be found in modern artistic expressions.

Activity 2 - 🎮 Digital Game: Baroque Escape Room

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Promote teamwork, problem-solving, and deepen knowledge of baroque art in a playful and interactive way.

- Description: Students will participate in a digital escape room game, where they need to solve puzzles and challenges related to baroque art to 'escape' from a virtual museum.

- Instructions:

• Divide the students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Access a digital escape room platform previously set up by the teacher with puzzles and challenges about baroque art.

• Groups will have to collaborate to solve puzzles that may include identifying artistic features, associating works with baroque artists, and answering historical questions.

• The game should include visual clues, texts, and multimedia that help contextualize baroque art.

• The group that 'escapes' in the shortest time wins the activity, but all groups must complete the experience to analyze the challenges at the end.

Activity 3 - 🎤 Historical TikTok: Baroque Influencers

> Duration: 60 - 70 minutes

- Objective: Stimulate summarization skills, creativity in communication, and use of digital tools for education about art and history.

- Description: Students will create short TikTok-style videos where they will act as digital influencers explaining the characteristics of baroque art and its relevance in modernity.

- Instructions:

• Divide the students into groups of up to 5 people.

• Each group should choose a specific theme related to baroque art (e.g., architecture, painting, sculpture).

• Students will create short videos (up to 60 seconds) where they explain the chosen theme in an engaging and accessible language, like digital influencers.

• The videos should include visual examples, comparisons with modern art, and may use music, effects, and edits permitted on the TikTok platform.

• Each group must post the videos on a fictitious TikTok account and share the link with the class for viewing and comments.

• At the end, the groups should present their videos and discuss the main points of the content addressed.

Feedback

Duration: (20 - 25 minutes)

🔍 Purpose: This stage aims to consolidate learning, promoting a deep reflection on the material studied and the activities carried out. The group discussion, reflection questions, and 360° feedback encourage critical analysis, collaborative communication, and the development of social and emotional skills important for students' academic and personal growth.

Group Discussion

🗣️ Group Discussion: Gather all students to share what they learned through the activities carried out. Start by recalling the main objectives of the lesson and ask the groups to present their conclusions. Use the following script to guide the discussion:

1. Introduction: Ask each group to present a summary of their activities and the main learnings. Inquire about the challenges faced and how they resolved them.
2. Exchange of Ideas: Encourage students to comment on each other's activities. Question them about what surprised them most in their classmates' presentations and if they identified any new insights about baroque art.
3. Synthesis and Reflection: Conclude the discussion by asking students to reflect on how baroque art still influences modern art, connecting it with examples seen or discussed during the lesson.

Reflections

1. 🧐 Reflection Questions:

1. How does baroque art reflect the values and culture of the period in which it was created?
2. In what ways can we observe the influence of baroque in contemporary artistic elements?
3. What were the main difficulties during the activities, and how did they help deepen the understanding of the theme?

360° Feedback

🔄 360° Feedback: Instruct students to give constructive feedback to each other regarding group work. Guide them to be specific, recognizing strengths and suggesting areas for improvement. Some points to guide the feedback can include:

1. Clarity and Relevance: How clear and relevant was the content presented by the peer?
2. Collaboration and Group Dynamics: How was the peer's participation and collaboration in the group?
3. Creativity and Engagement: Did the peer bring creative ideas and was engaged in the activities?

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

📚 Purpose: To consolidate acquired knowledge in a playful way connected to the students' reality. The conclusion strengthens the critical understanding of the topic while demonstrating its relevance and applicability in the modern context, helping to solidify the main concepts and to promote a final reflection that connects learning with contemporary culture.

Summary

🌟 Fun Summary: Imagine baroque art as a 'series' of hits from the 17th century, full of drama, grandeur, and exciting twists! Today, we dived into this series to understand how it was used by the Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation and how its techniques and styles influenced modern art, even on social media. Each baroque artwork is like a viral post that still gets likes and comments today! 📸🎨

World Connection

🌐 In the Current World: Baroque art and its characteristics of exaggeration, movement, and detail find parallels in modern artistic expressions and pop culture, such as in highly edited TikTok videos or nostalgic Instagram filters. The ability to tell stories and convey visceral emotions with images and forms is something that endures, demonstrating that, despite the centuries, we still seek to impact and move.

Practical Application

🎨 Applications in Daily Life: Understanding baroque helps in comprehending the evolution of art and the manifestation of human feelings over time. This is applied in areas such as graphic design, architecture, and even in digital marketing strategies, where visual narrative and emotional appeal are crucial to capture the audience.