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This book is designed to help instructors effectively incorporate images and other aspects of material culture into their pedagogy in an engaging and relatable manner. The author draws on her personal experiences as an art historian of ancient art who instructs a wide variety of undergraduates. In addition to helping students to look and think critically, the book explores how the material culture of the past can be a potent tool in motivating student involvement with course content and sharpening skills vital for navigating contemporary culture.



Table of Contents
1 Introduction.2 Taking the Time to Look, Learning the Skills to See.3 The Past Is the New Present.4 New Approaches for Old Material.5 Letting Students Shape the Future.6 Conclusion.

ReEnvisioning the Material Past: How to Educate

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      Publisher Springer International Publishing AG
      Published 30 March 2023
      ISBN-13 9783031240263
      978-3031240263
      ISBN-10 303124026X
      Also in:
      Art & Photography History of art History Historiography Politics, Philosophy & Society Cultural studies

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      This book is designed to help instructors effectively incorporate images and other aspects of material culture into their pedagogy in an engaging and relatable manner. The author draws on her personal experiences as an art historian of ancient art who instructs a wide variety of undergraduates. In addition to helping students to look and think critically, the book explores how the material culture of the past can be a potent tool in motivating student involvement with course content and sharpening skills vital for navigating contemporary culture.



      Table of Contents
      1 Introduction.2 Taking the Time to Look, Learning the Skills to See.3 The Past Is the New Present.4 New Approaches for Old Material.5 Letting Students Shape the Future.6 Conclusion.

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