Missing Masterpieces

Prior to beginning this webquest, you will need to have some basic knowledge of art and art history, such as familiarity with painting styles and the various painting techniques and media. You should also be comfortable teaching how to conduct Internet-based research and utilize Powerpoint presentation.

Learners

• Your students should be introduced to the basic styles of paintings and famous artists before beginning the webquest. Encourage class discussion of painting styles after the WebQuest is completed. A timeline resource is listed in credits section.
• A general explanation of WebQuests and how to use them will be helpful. Students should have intermediate technology skills, including how to navigate websites and correctly cite urls, use the Internet for research, and incorporate Powerpoint software for a digital presentation.
• Since students will be exploring museums, a review of terms used to describe parts of a museum or gallery will be helpful.
  

Standards

Art Standards

• Visual Arts #4 (5-8): Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures
• Visual Arts #6 (5-8): Making connections between visual arts and other disciplines
  

National Standards for Other Subjects

Geography:

• Geography #1 Level III (6-8): Understands the characteristics and uses of maps, globes, and other geographic tools and technologies.
• Geography #6 Level III (6-8): Understands that culture and experience influence people's perceptions of places and regions.

Technology:

• Technology #2 Level III (6-8): Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs
• Technology #6 Level III (6-8): Understands the nature and uses of different forms of technology

Materials Needed

• Computers with Internet access and printers
• PowerPoint Software
• World Atlas
  

General Notes

• A classroom teacher can conduct this lesson without any additional teacher's assistance, but it would be beneficial to have an aide or volunteer to help manage various tasks.
• As as a follow-up to this lesson, a field trip to a local museum to view examples of art and paintings is highly recommended.