Showing posts with label visual/spatial. Show all posts
Showing posts with label visual/spatial. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

ARTSEDGE: Drop Me Off in Harlem

ARTSEDGE (a division of The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts) has a website dedicated to the Harlem Renaissance.
Discover the themes and works that emerged when creative and intellectual voices intersected during the Harlem Renaissance.

Includes an interactive map of Harlem, biographies of prominent figures of the movement, themes and variations, and classroom connections.

Thanks to Dana for the link!

Thursday, February 28, 2008

Article: Math on Display

Science News' article Math on Display: Visualizations of mathematics create remarkable artwork is an interesting look at how some mathematicians use geometry (I think? I'm not that great at math) to make beautiful works of art. Probably a bit advanced for basic math, but students would probably enjoy using patterns, fractals, and tessellations to make art.

Saturday, February 16, 2008

Website: The Atlas of Fiction

The Atlas of Fiction uses Google Maps to give a visual representation of locations in famous fictional works. It's not comprehensive (there are only about 20 authors to search), and it focuses mainly on the UK and the US, but students may find it interesting. It could also be useful for interdisciplinary units or serve as a starting point/inspiration for class projects.