Art & Inquiry: Museum Teaching Strategies For Your Classroom

  • 4.7
Approx. 9 hours to complete

Course Summary

Explore the world of art inquiry in this course, where you will learn how to analyze and interpret works of art through various lenses such as cultural, historical, and psychological.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to ask critical questions and analyze works of art
  • Understand the different lenses through which art can be viewed and interpreted
  • Explore the intersection of art and society

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Learning Outcomes

  • Gain a deep understanding of various lenses through which art can be viewed and interpreted
  • Develop critical thinking skills through analysis of works of art
  • Learn how to identify and interpret the societal impact of art

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge of art required
  • Openness to exploring new perspectives and ideas

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures

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  • Understanding Contemporary Art
  • Artificial Intelligence in Art

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Notable People in This Field

  • Dr. James Elkins
  • Dr. Sarah K. Rich

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Description

Explore how to integrate works of art into your classroom with inquiry-based teaching methods originally developed for in-gallery museum education.

Outline

  • Module 1: Introduction to Inquiry | Why Engage in Inquiry Around Art?
  • 1.1 Introduction to Inquiry: Why Engage in Inquiry Around Art?
  • 1.2 Why Engage in Inquiry Around Art?
  • 1.3 Required Readings & Additional Resources
  • Tips for Teaching Remotely
  • Tell Us About You
  • Resources: MoMA podcasts, art vocabulary, Magazine, and YouTube channel
  • 1.4 Quiz
  • Module 2: Close-Looking and Open-Ended Inquiry
  • 2.1 Introduction to Close-Looking and Open-Ended Inquiry
  • 2.2 Close-Looking and Open-Ended Inquiry
  • 2.3 Inquiry in Action: Google Hangout about Art & Identity
  • 2.4 Required Readings & Additional Resources
  • Mid-course survey
  • 2.5 Quiz
  • Module 3: Activities as Inquiry
  • 3.1 Introduction to Activities as Inquiry
  • 3.2 Activities as Inquiry
  • 3.3 Required Readings & Additional Resources
  • Module 4: Putting it all Together: Making Connections Across Curriculum
  • 4.1 Introduction to Putting it all Together: Making Connections Across Curriculum
  • 4.2 Putting it all Together: Making Connections Across Curriculum
  • 4.3 #ArtHang with MoMA Learning: Open House with Lisa Mazzola
  • 4.4 #ArtHang with MoMA Learning: Open House with Lisa Mazzola and Author Laurel Schmidt
  • Funding for Education at MoMA
  • End-of-course survey

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the art of inquiry through this highly rated course on Coursera. Students praise the engaging content and interactive assignments that allow them to explore their creative potential.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The interactive assignments and hands-on approach to learning are highly praised by users.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Engaging content that keeps students interested
  • Interactive assignments that allow for hands-on learning
  • Opportunities to explore creative potential
  • Expert instructors with a wealth of knowledge
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate busy lifestyles

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course material to be too basic
  • The course may not be suitable for experienced artists looking for advanced techniques
  • Limited interaction with other students in the course
  • Some technical issues with the online platform
  • The course may require a significant time commitment
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Approx. 9 hours to complete
Larissa Raphael, Francis Estrada, Lisa Mazzola
The Museum of Modern Art
Coursera

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Larissa Raphael

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