Art Critique and Theory

          Module 1: Foundations of Art Critique

Section 1: Understanding Art: What is Art?
- Lesson 1: Defining Art
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Defining Art
- Lesson 2: Elements and Principles of Art
  Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Elements and Principles of Art

Section 2: Introduction to Art Critique
- Lesson 1: What is Critique?
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 What is Critique?
- Lesson 2: Describing Artworks
  Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Describing Artworks

Section 3: Observation Skills
- Lesson 1: Looking Closely
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Looking Closely
- Lesson 2: Interpreting Visual Elements
  Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Interpreting Visual Elements

Section 4: Art Vocabulary Basics
- Lesson 1: Key Art Terms
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Key Art Terms
- Lesson 2: Common Descriptive Language
  Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Common Descriptive Language

Section 5: Context in Art
- Lesson 1: Artist and Era
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Artist and Era
- Lesson 2: Cultural Influences in Art
  Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Cultural Influences in Art


Module 2: Exploring Art History

Section 1: Ancient Art Basics
- Lesson 1: Early Art Forms
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 Early Art Forms
- Lesson 2: Significance of Ancient Techniques
  Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Significance of Ancient Techniques

Section 2: Renaissance Art
- Lesson 1: Major Artists and Their Impact
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 Major Artists and Their Impact
- Lesson 2: Iconic Works and Symbolism
  Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Iconic Works and Symbolism

Section 3: Impressionism
- Lesson 1: Features of Impressionism
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Features of Impressionism
- Lesson 2: Understanding Light and Color
  Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 Understanding Light and Color

Section 4: Modern Art Beginnings
- Lesson 1: Concepts and Influences
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Concepts and Influences
- Lesson 2: Modern Techniques
  Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Modern Techniques

Section 5: Contemporary Art Trends
- Lesson 1: Innovations in Current Art
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Innovations in Current Art
- Lesson 2: Art and Society Today
  Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Art and Society Today


Module 3: Critical Approaches to Art

Section 1: Observational Critique
- Lesson 1: How to Observe Art Critically
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 How to Observe Art Critically
- Lesson 2: Noticing Details
  Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Noticing Details

Section 2: Interpretative Methods
- Lesson 1: Understanding Symbolism
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Symbolism
- Lesson 2: Decoding Metaphors
  Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Decoding Metaphors

Section 3: Contextual Analysis
- Lesson 1: Historical Context in Critique
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Historical Context in Critique
- Lesson 2: Social Influences on Art
  Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Social Influences on Art

Section 4: Comparative Critique
- Lesson 1: Comparing Artworks
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Comparing Artworks
- Lesson 2: Identifying Similarities and Differences
  Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Identifying Similarities and Differences

Section 5: Socratic Dialogue in Critique
- Lesson 1: Questioning Art
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Questioning Art
- Lesson 2: Structured Discussion
  Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Structured Discussion


Module 4: Developing Art Discourse Skills

Section 1: Foundations of Art Discussion
- Lesson 1: Initiating Art Conversations
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Initiating Art Conversations
- Lesson 2: Articulation of Opinions
  Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Articulation of Opinions

Section 2: Descriptive Techniques
- Lesson 1: Describing Art Visually
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Describing Art Visually
- Lesson 2: Using Literary Devices in Critique
  Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Using Literary Devices in Critique

Section 3: Analytical Skills
- Lesson 1: Breaking Down Art Elements
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Breaking Down Art Elements
- Lesson 2: Synthesizing Interpretations
  Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Synthesizing Interpretations

Section 4: Constructing Arguments
- Lesson 1: Forming a Thesis on Art
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Forming a Thesis on Art
- Lesson 2: Supporting Opinions with Evidence
  Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Supporting Opinions with Evidence

Section 5: Review and Revision Techniques
- Lesson 1: Self-Assessment in Art Critique
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Self-Assessment in Art Critique
- Lesson 2: Peer Feedback
  Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Peer Feedback


Module 5: Practical Application and Reflection

Section 1: Field Observation Basics
- Lesson 1: Visit and Observe Local Art
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Visit and Observe Local Art
- Lesson 2: Noticing Public Art
  Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Noticing Public Art

Section 2: Hands-On Critique
- Lesson 1: Critiquing Class Artworks
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Critiquing Class Artworks
- Lesson 2: Guided Group Critique
  Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Guided Group Critique

Section 3: Writing Art Critiques
- Lesson 1: Outlining a Written Critique
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Outlining a Written Critique
- Lesson 2: Drafting and Editing
  Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Drafting and Editing

Section 4: Presentation Skills
- Lesson 1: Preparing Art Presentations
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Preparing Art Presentations
- Lesson 2: Effective Use of Visual Aids
  Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Effective Use of Visual Aids

Section 5: Reflection and Improvement
- Lesson 1: Self-Reflection on Learning
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Self-Reflection on Learning
- Lesson 2: Setting Future Goals in Art Critique
  Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Setting Future Goals in Art Critique