The Process 
To create a proposal to present to Mrs. Veenderminer
you will work together as a team.
First you will be assigned to a team of three.
1. As a team the first thing you will want to
do is study the evaluation rubric
. Notice the point values in each section. As you plan, review
the rubric and make sure you are completing all parts of the rubric.
2. Next, you will choose a region and theme.
A theme is an idea that ties many ideas together. Be sure to clearly
define your theme before you begin. To do this you will need to browse
some museums to get ideas. Be sure your teacher approves your theme
and region before you begin planning your gallery. For fun and practice,
you can create your own gallery online at the
Metropolitan Museum of Art (My Met Gallery).
3. Once you have selected a region and a theme
and they have been approved by your teacher, your group will begin researching
art of the region. Return to the museums and work together. Keep
a list of art pieces you are considering purchasing for your museum.
Don't limit your museum to only one genre. Vases, statues, murals and
other pieces of art may be included in your museum. Be sure to mark
and record your URLs. URLs must be cited and credited for all sites
and graphics you use. Make sure you understand the
copyright information for the Internet. When you have a list of
several art pieces it is time to specialize your work. Up until now
you have worked together. Now it is time to work on your own task.
4. You will take on the role of a historian,
geographer or financial analyst.
- The task of the historian is to research
the historical and cultural significance of the art pieces.
- The geographer will create a map of the region,
identify geographic features that may influence art styles of the region,
and support the historian with cultural information.
- The financial analyst is responsible for
accurately identifying the cost of art pieces, creating a budget, and making
sure the gallery stays within budget.
5. After you have choosen roles, click on the
titles below for your role. Be sure to continue talking with each other.
During this time you may eliminate or add art pieces, just make sure everyone
in your group knows what changes you make. You will work together again
to build your presentation.
6. Now it is time to come together as a group
to work on your presentation. Review the
rubric again and plan out your presentation.
- The historian has compiled historical information
about art pieces.
- The geographer has prepared a map and has
identified geographic features and cultural elements.
- The financial analyst has had pieces appraised
and compiled a budget.
7. Work together to make your presentation.
As you plan, keep in mind the point values of each section of the rubric.
Below are some points to include in your presentation.
- Include a brief description of each piece
of art
- Clearly define your theme.
- Use a visual map to identify the region.
- Discuss the historical and cultural elements
of art pieces.
- Discuss any geographic features that influenced
art.
8. When your presentation is created, practice, practice
practice. Be sure that the technical aspects of your presentation work.
Try to set up your presentation on the system you will be using to present
to the class (and to Mrs. Veenderminer) at least one day before you present.
Rehearse your part of the oral presentation so you won't need to rely on
notes.
