Learning intention
- To investigate the effect of space and scale when creating 3D art.
Success criteria
- I can share my opinions about installation artworks.
- I
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Cambridge Primary Art & Design (0067) Learning objectives
Experiencing
E.01 Encounter, sense, experiment with
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Show the Presentation: Speak like an expert and allow time for paired discussion. Ask learners to talk about installation art. If needed, provide some prompts: Explain what installation art is. Discuss your opinion about installation art. Discuss places where installation art could be installed. Discuss thoughts on a particular artwork from the previous lesson. Take…
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Differentiation
Learners needing support:
- Should be grouped with children of different abilities and have allocated roles to support individuals.
- Could be given a broken down, simplified copy of the artist profile using the Resource: Cai Guo-Qiang artist profile.
- Could have alternative roles in the Main event if they find the nature of this activity challenging.
Learners working at a stretch:
- Could explain the effect they are creating as they choose and combine materials.
- Should consider how their stencil designs add to the effect of their artwork.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Learners with secure understanding can:
- Share their opinions of installation artworks
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Vocabulary definitions
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installation
To put equipment somewhere so it is ready for use.
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performance art
Artwork that is an event rather than an object.
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Example work


St. Edward's Primary School, London


St. Edward's Primary School, London


St. Edward's Primary School, London


Cliff Lane Primary School, Ipswich
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In this unit
Lesson 1: What is installation art?
Lesson 2: Space and scale
Lesson 3: Everyday amazing
Lesson 4: Creative concepts
Lesson 5: Viewer experience