Art and Community · Summer Term

Public Art and Murals

Investigating examples of public art and murals, discussing their purpose and impact on a community.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze how public art can reflect the history or values of a community.
  2. Evaluate the effectiveness of a public artwork in engaging its audience.
  3. Design a concept for a mural that addresses a specific community issue or celebrates local culture.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Visual Arts - Awareness of EnvironmentNCCA: Visual Arts - Critical and Aesthetic Response
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: Creative Journeys: Exploring the Visual World
Unit: Art and Community
Period: Summer Term

Suggested Methodologies

Town Hall Meeting

Community meeting simulation with stakeholder roles

35–55 min

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Gallery Walk

Create displays, rotate and critique

30–50 min

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Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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