The Museum Network

eLearning

The Museum Network has created exciting eLearning resources featuring works of art from all 5 collections. These have been designed specifically for use by school children and teachers.

Material World for Teachers and Pupils at KS1 and 2

A number of themes look at the different types of materials used to create the objects held in the 5 museum collections. The module will enable pupils to discover the processes artists went through to turn raw materials into priceless works of art and find out where the artists sourced these materials from. Pupils will be able to explore materials and their properties through exciting interactives.

Portraits and Portraiture for Teachers and Pupils at KS1 and 2

This module contains in-depth information about portraits and key figures in the world of portrait painting. Portraiture is discussed through themes, such as Pose, Expression, Clothing and Materials, and large printable images are available of all portraits featured on the site. Children can enjoy learning about portraiture through stimulating and thought-provoking interactive activities.

Greek and Roman Myths for Pupils at KS1 and 2

Images and objects depicting mythological tales and characters are combined in this module to help children learn about myths and how they are portrayed. Pupils can follow interactive trails guided by Apollo, Cupid, Helen of Troy and Mercury or they can learn about individual works of art in the gallery. This module is ideal for topic work on Greeks or Romans and provides ideas for art and literacy activities and class discussion.

Landscapes in Art for Pupils at KS3 and 4

Designed specifically for older children, this module focuses on themes surrounding landscapes in art, such as light, place, composition and perspective. Pupils can learn about the development of landscape in art and can study the different themes or learn about individual artists and their work. Landscapes in Art includes on-line activities through which pupils can gain a greater historical and practical understanding of landscapes and provides ideas for discussions and activities away from the computer.

The eLearning modules can be used in a number of ways, either in support of the on the ground projects run at the museums or independently for use by schools throughout the country that are not within travelling distance of one of the 5 partner museums.