Experimental Media and New Technologies
Explores innovative art forms using digital and new media.
Description : Students experiment with augmented reality, interactive installations, and digital projections, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms.
Category : Art
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Foundations of Digital Art
Section 1: Introduction to Digital Expression
- Lesson 1: What Is Digital Art?
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is Digital Art?
- Lesson 2: Exploring Traditional versus Digital Media
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring Traditional versus Digital Media
Section 2: Basic Tools and Software
- Lesson 1: Getting Started with Digital Tools
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Getting Started with Digital Tools
- Lesson 2: Overview of User-Friendly Art Software
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Overview of User-Friendly Art Software
Section 3: Elements of Design in Digital Media
- Lesson 1: Color, Line, and Shape in Digital Creations
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Color, Line, and Shape in Digital Creations
- Lesson 2: Understanding Composition and Balance
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding Composition and Balance
Section 4: Creative Experimentation Basics
- Lesson 1: Simple Digital Experimentation Techniques
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Simple Digital Experimentation Techniques
- Lesson 2: Hands-on Exploration Using Basic Tools
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Hands-on Exploration Using Basic Tools
Section 5: Reflecting on the Digital Experience
- Lesson 1: Documenting and Communicating Ideas
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Documenting and Communicating Ideas
- Lesson 2: Class Discussion and Reflective Journals
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Class Discussion and Reflective Journals
Module 2: Introduction to Augmented Reality
Section 1: Understanding Augmented Reality Concepts
- Lesson 1: What Is Augmented Reality?
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Is Augmented Reality?
- Lesson 2: Everyday Examples of AR
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Everyday Examples of AR
Section 2: AR Tools and Simple Techniques
- Lesson 1: Overview of Accessible AR Tools
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of Accessible AR Tools
- Lesson 2: Installing and Navigating AR Apps
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Installing and Navigating AR Apps
Section 3: AR in Art and Storytelling
- Lesson 1: Interactive Narratives with AR
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Interactive Narratives with AR
- Lesson 2: Storyboarding and Planning AR Projects
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Storyboarding and Planning AR Projects
Section 4: Creating Simple AR Experiences
- Lesson 1: Hands-on AR Object Placement
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Hands-on AR Object Placement
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with AR Layers and Effects
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with AR Layers and Effects
Section 5: Sharing and Reflecting on AR Projects
- Lesson 1: Presenting Your AR Work
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Your AR Work
- Lesson 2: Peer Feedback and Group Discussion
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Peer Feedback and Group Discussion
Module 3: Exploring Interactive Installations
Section 1: Fundamentals of Interactive Art
- Lesson 1: Defining Interactive Installations
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining Interactive Installations
- Lesson 2: Examples of Interactive Installations in Art
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Examples of Interactive Installations in Art
Section 2: Understanding Technology in Installations
- Lesson 1: Basic Sensors and Input Devices
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Sensors and Input Devices
- Lesson 2: Interactive Feedback Systems
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Interactive Feedback Systems
Section 3: Designing Interactive Spaces
- Lesson 1: Mapping the Interactive Environment
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Mapping the Interactive Environment
- Lesson 2: Planning Space and User Movement
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Planning Space and User Movement
Section 4: Simple Installation Projects
- Lesson 1: Putting Together an Interactive Setup
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Putting Together an Interactive Setup
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Light, Sound, and Movement
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Light, Sound, and Movement
Section 5: Evaluation and Reflection
- Lesson 1: Critiquing Interactive Installations
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Critiquing Interactive Installations
- Lesson 2: Group Feedback and Future Ideas
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Feedback and Future Ideas
Module 4: Exploring Digital Projections
Section 1: Introduction to Projection Art
- Lesson 1: What Are Digital Projections?
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: What Are Digital Projections?
- Lesson 2: Historical Overview and Basics
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Historical Overview and Basics
Section 2: Tools and Techniques for Projection
- Lesson 1: Overview of Projection Equipment
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of Projection Equipment
- Lesson 2: Basics of Setting Up a Projection
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basics of Setting Up a Projection
Section 3: Experimenting with Visual Effects
- Lesson 1: Playing with Light and Shadows
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Playing with Light and Shadows
- Lesson 2: Using Simple Software to Control Projections
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Simple Software to Control Projections
Section 4: Creating Interactive Projections
- Lesson 1: Integrating Motion Sensors
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Integrating Motion Sensors
- Lesson 2: Mapping Projections on Different Surfaces
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Mapping Projections on Different Surfaces
Section 5: Reflecting on Projection Experiences
- Lesson 1: Project Showcase and Discussion
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Project Showcase and Discussion
- Lesson 2: Documenting the Process and Lessons Learned
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Documenting the Process and Lessons Learned
Module 5: Integrative Projects and Creative Practices
Section 1: Synthesizing Techniques Learned
- Lesson 1: Review of Digital, AR, Interactive, and Projection Art
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Review of Digital, AR, Interactive, and Projection Art
- Lesson 2: Identifying Your Unique Artistic Voice
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Identifying Your Unique Artistic Voice
Section 2: Project Planning Fundamentals
- Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Concept Development
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Brainstorming and Concept Development
- Lesson 2: Storyboarding and Project Outlines
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Storyboarding and Project Outlines
Section 3: Collaborative Experimentation
- Lesson 1: Working in Teams to Combine Techniques
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Working in Teams to Combine Techniques
- Lesson 2: Sharing Ideas and Constructive Peer Review
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sharing Ideas and Constructive Peer Review
Section 4: Hands-On Integration Workshop
- Lesson 1: Setting Up a Mixed Media Project
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Setting Up a Mixed Media Project
- Lesson 2: Experimenting with Combined Technologies
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Combined Technologies
Section 5: Final Presentation and Reflection
- Lesson 1: Preparing a Final Exhibition of Your Work
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Preparing a Final Exhibition of Your Work
- Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Creative Journey and Future Directions
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on the Creative Journey and Future Directions