English course THE LANGUAGE OF ART

By Amy Bennison

Languages

English

Level

Upper-Intermediate

Lessons

School

None

This course will be of interest to anyone who enjoys the arts. Each lesson focuses on a different text as the basis of a discussion. Skills covered include reading, speaking and listening. Homework will be given to cover the written aspect. The class will also develop self expression, critical thinking and fluency.

Teachers:

1. 'I Am for an Art....'

What is art? - This class uses an essay by the artist pop... more What is art? - This class uses an essay by the artist pop artist Claes Oldenburg as a starting point for a discussion about exactly that. You will express your own ideas and preferences about art. NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE NEEDED. less

2. 'In Praise of Shadows'

This lesson considers the differences between aesthetic... more This lesson considers the differences between aesthetic tastes relating to design in the East and West. You will read an extract from Junichiro Tanizaki's book 'In Praise of Shadows' and discuss the viewpoints it presents as well as your own taste in design. NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE NEEDED. less

3. Art in the Community

This lesson follows on from the previous week. It looks at... more This lesson follows on from the previous week. It looks at a number of images of public art from around the world and a newspaper article. You will discuss the pros and cons of art in public spaces and consider the opinions of the community. NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE NEEDED. less

4. Designing the Future

This lesson will look at the factors which influence the... more This lesson will look at the factors which influence the future of design. In particular it will consider environmental issues and sustainable design and the work of designers such as Philippe Starck. You will discuss the role of art and design in the future and the impact of environmental concerns. less

5. Fashion and Subcultures

This lesson focuses on fashion trends and subcultures and... more This lesson focuses on fashion trends and subcultures and will look at the classic British film Quadrophenia as an example. You will discuss the relationship between fashion, identity and consumerism. NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE NEEDED. less

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Course plan

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