Title:  Step Inside a Painting

Grade Level:  6

Subjects:  English Language Arts, Art

Learner Outcomes:

• The students will apply knowledge of Van Gogh and his works to successfully navigate an interactive art history game.

Duration of Lesson:  30 minutes

Materials:  A sheet for recording student scores

Technology Tools/Courseware:  Multi-media computer, Internet

Teacher Notes:

• Bookmark the Inside Art adventure site.
• Teacher navigation of the site is recommended.
• If a computer lab is not available, this activity can easily be completed taking turns on a computer.  Caution the students not to discuss the site until all have had a chance to enjoy the game.

Procedures:

1. Have each student log on to the bookmarked site and navigate each step of the activity:  Who, What, How, Where, and Out.
2. Students should record their scores on a class sheet.

Modifications:

• Peer helpers may be assigned to assist with the operation of the computer and/or reading of the material.
• This site provides assistance in reaching the correct response after incorrect choices.

Enrichment Activities:

• Students may re-enter the Inside Art adventure site.  By consciously selecting incorrect answers in the Who, What, How, and Where sections, they will gain art knowledge.

Evaluation/Assessment:

• Teacher monitoring of students as they navigate the site.
• A review of the individual scores.

State and National Standards:

WV IGOs

• English Language Arts

6.18, 6.19, 6.27, 6.33, 6.35
• Art

6.16, 6.17, 6.26, 6.29

Job/Career Clusters:  N/A

References:

Inside Art

Authors:

Deborrah Dorcas
Judy Tuckwiller
Jennalee Wilson

Lesson 1

Lesson 2

Lesson 3

Lesson 4