Modern and Contemporary Art Styles
ESL Lesson PlansModern and Contemporary Art Styles

Modern and Contemporary Art Styles

This ESL lesson plan on art styles encourages B1-level students to explore modern and contemporary art through engaging listening and speaking activities in a group setting. In this 60-minute lesson, students will learn about different art movements, watch a video comparing modern and contemporary art, and engage in discussions about their preferences. By the end, students will share their favorite art style, practicing descriptive language and critical thinking skills.

Skills

  • Can understand the information content of the majority of recorded or broadcast audio material on topics of personal interest delivered in clear standard speech.
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1

Discuss these questions with your partner. After discussing, share your partner's answer with the class.

1
What do you think are the main differences between modern and contemporary art?
2
Can you name any famous modern or contemporary artists? What do you know about their work?
3
How do you feel when you look at abstract art compared to more realistic art?
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Why do you think art styles change over time? What influences these changes?
2

Let's review a few important concepts about art. In small groups, read the text and fill in the blanks.

3

Watch the video and decide which sentences describe modern art and contemporary art.

4

Correct answers to the previous exercise.

5

Watch the video again and answer the questions. Check your answers in pairs.

6

In groups, discuss the following questions. Then, decide which type of gallery your group would prefer to visit. Prepare to explain your group's choice to the class.

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