Explore Medusa in Ancient Art
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    • Preview of Explore Medusa in Ancient Art Learning Guide.pdf - page 1
      Subject Arts — Visual Arts • English Language Arts — Reading Standards for Informational Text, Speaking and Listening, Writing • Social Studies — Ancient Civilizations
      Grade Level Grades 6-8
      Resource Type Activity, Lesson Plan, Project Based Learning
      Standards Alignment
      Common Core State Standards
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      About This Lesson

      Explore depictions of Medusa, a famous Gorgon in ancient art. Learn about the Medusa Mirror, a bronze mirror made in 500 BCE in Southern Italy, decorated with Medusa’s face to possibly guard the mirror’s owner as they looked at their reflection. Visually analyze and compare works of art through discussion. This learning guide includes related artwork information, vocabulary, a related video, and connections to Common Core standards.

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      Explore Medusa in Ancient Art Learning Guide.pdf

      Activity, Lesson Plan, Project Based Learning
      June 26, 2024
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      Standards

      Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1.a
      Pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail by making comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.1.c
      Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.2
      Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.4
      Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6.5
      Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.1
      Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.4
      Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.
      Read More About CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.7

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