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Which subject	Art
What topic	Modern religious artists
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Modern Religious Artists

Subject

Art

Topic

Modern Religious Artists

Objectives

To introduce students to contemporary religious artists and their works.
To explore the intersection of modern art and spirituality.
To encourage critical thinking about the role of art in expressing religious themes.
To promote appreciation for diverse artistic expressions within a religious context.

Grade/Age Group

Any Grade (Suitable for mixed abilities)

Materials

Projector and Screen
Art Supplies (paper, markers, paints)
Handouts featuring selected modern religious artists (biographies and artwork)
Worksheets for group discussion questions
Access to the internet or printed resources for research

Class Size

20 Students

Lesson Length

30 Minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with Australian Curriculum priorities, including fostering creative thinking, critical inquiry, and understanding the cultural significance of various artistic expressions.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (Minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to the Topic	5	Briefly introduce the concept of modern religious artists, highlighting the relevance of spirituality in art today. Explain the lesson's objectives to the students.
2	Artist Presentation	10	Show a curated slideshow featuring several modern religious artists and their notable works. Discuss one or two examples in depth, focusing on their style, medium, and message.
3	Group Discussion	5	Divide students into small groups (4 students each) and provide them with discussion questions related to the presentation. Questions should guide discussions on what they found interesting or thought-provoking.
4	Creative Activity	7	Ask students to create their own mini artworks inspired by the artists discussed. They should consider how they can express a spiritual or religious theme in their work.
5	Conclusion and Homework	3	Bring the class back together to share thoughts and reflections on the activity. Assign homework: Students should research an artist of their choice from the lesson and write a short reflection (1-2 paragraphs) about their work and its significance. Remind them that they will submit this in the next lesson without a presentation requirement.

Homework Check

Students will submit their homework electronically for review, allowing for private feedback without the need for individual presentations in front of the class. This approach fosters a safe environment for all students.