《Amazing art》PPT下载(第4课时)

外研版高中英语必修三《Amazing art》PPT下载(第4课时)，共19页。

Contemporary art

What do you know about contemporary art?

1. When did the Contemporary Art Movement begin?

It began in the late 20th century.

2. What are the two examples of CA mentioned?

An unmade bed, and a pile of empty bottles, cigarette ends and pieces of colored paper.

3. What ’s the controversy (争议) over CA?

Some thinks CA lacks skill, meaning and artistic value; others argue that it can stimulate new discussions and understanding of everyday objects.

Listen to the conversation and choose the main idea.(P57-7)

1 Everyone can create art, whatever their background.

2 We can use art to learn about the world.

3 Art means different things to different people.

4 Everyone should try to include art in their lives.

Useful expressions

What do you think of...?

I think it is...

I especially like...

I have to disagree because...

There ’s a great deal of meaning in the work. For example, ...

I think the artist is saying...

There ’s no meaning in the work. For example, ...

To be honest, I prefer...

Learning to learn

Pause give listener extra time to understand what is being said. Pausing also allows the speaker to emphasis certian words within a sentence. Try to be aware of where and when to pause during a conversation.

Pair work

Work in pairs. Act out the conversation to share your opinions about the artwork.

Student A: Turn to Page 106.

Student B: Turn to Page 110.

Homework

1. Think of another artwork and have a similar conversation.

2. Finish the reading exercise.