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Varied Approaches To Shape, Marie-Claire A. Valdez

Understanding by Design: Complete Collection

The context of Art 1 is an introductory course covering the elements of art and principles of design, for students of all backgrounds and ages in high school. This unit is one of seven that will educate students about the elements of art in a hands on and collaborative way.

The goal of this unit is to give students a multi-faceted and enduring understanding of the element of art shape. The unit uses an interdisciplinary approach to teach shape. The lessons include tactile and kinesthetic learning activities such as using string to draw, and trying to create games like Human …