Art and Social Change: Activism
Exploring how contemporary artists use their work as a tool for social activism to address environmental, political, and social issues.
Key Questions
- Evaluate whether art can be an effective tool for social activism.
- Analyze how public art changes the identity of a neighborhood.
- Justify the artist's responsibility to their community through their work.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
Suggested Methodologies
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