Description
In this lesson, students learn more about architecture as they research the history of different architectural styles, and learn about the creators of those designs. The lesson starts with a whole class Microsoft PowerPoint presentation (editable) to view the styles and start discussion. Next, students choose one of the styles to research further and create a presentation with that information. Optionally, these may be presented to the class. In the next part of the assignment, they design a house of their own (to scale) in the style they researched using Sketchup (a free CAD program that can be downloaded at: https://www.sketchup.com/ or used as an online tool). After completing the drawing, students build a model of their house to scale using chipboard, cardboard or other materials. Finally, students answer questions to reflect on their learning for this unit.
This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well.
Files included:
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation: Architectural Styles (editable)
• Researching an Architectural Style Project: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric
• Designing a House in Sketchup: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric
• Sketchup Tutorial (step-by-step instructions with screen shots)
• Building Project: Student Expectations, Instructions and Grading Rubric
• Reflection Questions
Total Pages: 55
Teaching Duration: 2 weeks
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