WebQuest
The Renaissance Greats: A Webquest Comparing the Historical and Artistic Impact of the Four Greatest Artists of the Italian Renaissance.
Process
In order to complete this Webquest you will need to fulfill the following requirements using your text-book, on-line resources, and other books related to the topics covered.
Step One: The Renaissance
First, you will need to research the Renaissance time period in Europe. After completing your research, type a one page paper answering the following questions about the Renaissance:
1. When did the Renaissance take place (Dates)?
2. What major event preceded the Renaissance?
3. Where did the Renaissance begin?
4. Who were some major contributors to the Renaissance (Patrons, Artists, and Writers)?
5. Why is the Renaissance important to the events that followed it in European History?
Visit the following sites to learn more about the Renaissance:
Step Two: The ArtistsNext, you will need to work with a partner in gathering information about each of the four artists . . . Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Raphael, and Donatello. Complete the Compare and Contrast chart provided by the teacher with the information discovered. Each student will be responsible for their own individual chart.
Visit the following sites to learn more about each artist:
Leonardo Da Vinci a Renaissance Man
Raphael High Renaissance Genius
Donatello the Greatest Florentine Artist
Step Three: The Greatest Artist is . . .
Finally, armed with all your background information on the Renaissance and the four artists . . . Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, Raphael, and Donatello . . . you must make a decision. In a 2-3 page paper, explain and defend your choice of the 'ONE' greatest Renaissance artist. Why should we meet this particular artist above the three others? Your arguments should reveal specific information and details on each artist that support your case.
Paper Presentation Format: Typed / Double Space / 12 pt Font / 1" Margins
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