12th Grade Design Classics Lesson Plan Example (Art)

Topic: What is design classics

Topic: What is design classics

Objective & Outcome: The objective of this lesson is for students to be able to define a design classic and identify such examples.

Materials: -Picture of a design classic (such as a classic car, fashion piece, or furniture)

• Pen and paper for each student

Warm-up

• Ask students if they have heard of the term "design classics." Ask them to provide some examples of design classics.
• Review the different types of design classics (such as fashion, architecture, and automotive) and give examples for each category.

Direct Instruction

• Define the term "design classics" as something that is highly regarded and widely recognized as a classic in its field.
• Discuss the factors that make something a design classic, such as its longevity, influence, and innovativeness.
• Provide some examples of design classics, and have students identify the category and explain why they believe the item is considered a classic.

Guided Practice

• Divide the class into small groups, and provide each group with a collection of items (such as sculptures, paintings, furniture, and architectural designs).
• Ask each group to analyze the items and determine which are design classics, and explain why they have been deemed classics.
• Have each group present their findings to the class and discuss the reasoning behind their choices.

Independent Practice

• Ask students to choose a design classic (such as a sculpture, painting, or architectural design) that they are unfamiliar with.
• Provide each student with a description of the chosen classic along with any relevant images, and ask them to write a short essay explaining why they think the classic is a design classic and why it has stood the test of time.

Closure

• As a class, review the main points of the lesson and discuss any insights or observations that the students may have had while researching their chosen classics.
• Encourage students to reflect on what makes a design classic and how it can be measured against the criteria discussed in the lesson.

Assessment

• Observe students during the independent practice activity and provide feedback on their presentations.
• Use the class definition of "design classic" as a rubric to evaluate each student's chosen design.
• Administer a short quiz to assess students' understanding of the characteristics and qualities of design classics.