Term-long project pack for design students
About this learning resource
Format: PDF
Two design briefs and a series of related activities for use by teachers and students as part of a self-led research visit to the King’s State Apartments at Kensington Palace. These briefs could be used as the starting point for an Autumn project or as the basis for the longer, main coursework project (Personal Investigation).
National Curriculum links
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Supports Art, Craft and Design and Textile Design specifications for OCR, AQA and Edexcel and Arts Award Bronze, Silver and Gold.
Learning objectives
- To develop an understanding of Georgian design.
- To make links between Georgian fashion and ideas and modern designers.
- To use Georgian fashion and design as inspiration for creative work.
Resource Information
Key Stage
- KS5 (age 16+)
Subjects
- Art & Design
Topic
- Georgians
Type
- Before you visit
- Lessons Plans
- Printable activities
Palace
- Kensington Palace
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