Prehistoric+Art+in+Europe

It's Prehistory includes all of human existence before the emergence of writing, but long before that defining moment, people were carving objects, painting images, and creating shelters and other structures. In fact, much of what we know about prehistoric people is based on the art they produced. These works are facscinating because they are supremely beautiful and because of what they tell us about those who made them. The sheer artistry and immediacy of the images left by our early ancestors connect us to them as surely as written records link us to those who came later. (Stokstad, 1) Welcome to Prehistoric Art in Europe. [] [] []
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Reading Assignment
Students are to read pages 1 - 23 "Prehistoric Art in Europe"

Discussion Questions
Students will make an intial post to two Discussion Questions for each week. Students will also post a minimum of two responses to Discussion Questions. The use of Discussion Questions allows for students to exchange ideas and knowledge to certain subjects. It is also important that students read each of the entries, even if it doesn't pertain to the questions that they addressed. The reasoning for this is that the exchange of information allows for further learner and a better understanding of the material. You are to go to the "Discussion" section to find the Discussion Questions for this week.

Each week students will be required to perform one of the Performance Objectives that has not been answered by another student. The purpose of the Performance Objective is to take the information you have learned to another level through researching the material through online sources and posting the additional information in your answer. This means that you will become the expert on this subject so when questions are raised by your peers you will need to answer them to the best of your ability. Students will also be required to post a response to two of your peers Performance Objectives giving you a chance to ask questions and comment on the material so that you can learn more about the subject. Students are to go to the "Discussion" section to find where you can post your response to the Performance Objectives. PO 1.1 : There are many theories pertaining to how the work inside the caves were done by the prehistoric artist. In a 1 to 2 page response you are to explain what the theories are to prehistoric wall paintings. PO 1.2 : When we look at an object we always wonder just how old it may actually be. What are the methods used by scientist today to determine how early art is dated. In a 1 to 2 page response explain how the method and the process on who the material is dated. PO 1.3 : As humans moved from the caves to constructed shelters they developed many different elements of architecture. In a 1 to 2 page response explain the elements of architecture that were developed by the people of this time period and give an example of what it looks like with the addition of links to photos in your answer. PO 1.4 : As we developed as humans we needed ways in which to store and contain food and water. In a 1 to 2 page response tell me about the importance of pottery and ceramics, including what the process was to develope these holding utensils.
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Reflections
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">Reflecting on what you have learned is a very important step in the learning process. The student is to write a 1 to 2 page paper telling about their learning experience and the material that was covered that week. This is an excellent time for the student to ask questions about areas they had difficulty understanding, that wasn't answered in their discussion questions. You can post your reflections in the Discussion section look for "Reflections" to post you thoughts to.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Museum Web Link
<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 12pt;">After reading the material for the week students are to do a web search to find additional information on a subject that was covered in the reading. Example would be the Mona Lisa by Leonarda da Vinci. The student could take a tour of the Louve and tell about the experience of this virtual tour of the museum and seeing the Mona Lisa on display. The student will be required to share this information by posting their thoughts about the tour and also post the web link for others to have an opportunity to take the tour. Invariably, students will post the same link from time to time, but your interpretations should be different as each of your opinions will reflect the likes and dislikes of the individual. Students are to post your museum web link with your opinion by going to the Discussion sectoin and look for "Musem Web Link" to post your link and response.