Artful Thinking
Historical ContextsThe previous historical thinking techniques are often applied to social, political, economic, or national histories. For the purposes of this project, they can also be applied to the history of art. The Harvard Graduate School of Education created a series known as Artful Thinking, a resource meant to help students develop thoughtful learning through the examination of art. It is meant specifically for teachers to use, but it will be important for us to see the connection between historical thinking and thinking routines meant for art.
Artful Thinking encourages the “See, Think, Wonder” routine, a simple yet effective practice for students when they approach art. This routine is meant to insight deeper thinking when considering the arts. It is meant to inspire students to ask questions, make connections, challenge explanations, and engage with alternative perspectives, all of which fit nicely with the historical thinking techniques listed previously. As we approach Pre-Raphaelite art, consider the “See, Think, Wonder” routine and how it will inform and influence the way in which you think and understand.
Big Ideas & Questions
Do you believe historical thinking techniques to be essential to our study of the past? Why or why not?
How do you predict thinking historically will change the way you study art?
Describe how you perceive historical thinking and what characterizes its practice. Are there any positive or negative effects to applying it to art history?
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- How to Think Historically Isabella Anderson