Teacher(s) Name: Mrs. Wolmuth
School: Dumbarton ES
Grade Level(s): Grade 5
Content Area(s): Art
Lesson Summary
Artists are inspired by the world around them every day. Fifth grade students at Dumbarton Elementary will not only be inspired by the art of Claes Oldenburg, but they will also get inspiration from the food they eat. After learning about the Pop Art style of Claes Oldenburg, students will look at his soft sculptures and discuss why the artist liked Pop Art. The students will move to the computer to create a Pop Art sculpture of their very own. Using the work of Claes Oldenburg to guide their artistry, the students will utilize Tinkercad, a 3D modeling program, to create their Pop Art sculptures. After their designs are finished, the students will 3D print and paint their new works of art. Once the artwork is completed they will create a virtual art gallery to share with the world.
TIPC Ratings
Research & Information Fluency
Rating:Developing – Explanation: The teacher provided the background knowledge and sources in order for the students to learn about Claes Oldenburg and his style of art. The students researched and used this knowledge to create works of art inspired by Claes Oldenburg.
Communication & Collaboration
Rating: Ideal – Explanation: The teacher designed the lesson with communication and collaboration in mind, and facilitated these skills throughout the lesson. The students utilized Google Docs, Google Forms, and Tinkercad which all utilize communication and collaboration regardless of time zone or physical distances.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Rating: Approaching – Explanation: The teacher selected tools and an authentic task that promote critical thinking and problem solving in the students. The students generated and responded to purposeful questions while applying digital tools to think critically and solve open-ended authentic tasks that require higher order thinking skills.
Creativity & Innovation
Rating: Ideal – Explanation: The students created meaningful, original work while synthesizing existing and self-generated knowledge to create new ideas and products within and beyond assignment parameters. The students reflected on their process and set goals for future growth. The teacher acted as a facilitator throughout the lesson.
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