AP Art History

This course offers students an understanding and knowledge of architecture, sculpture, painting and other art forms within diverse historical and cultural contexts. Students will examine major forms of artistic expression from the prehistoric to the post -modern period in western and non-western cultures. They learn to look at works of art critically, with intelligence and sensitivity, to analyze what they see. Students gain an understanding of the elements of art, fundamental art historical terminology, and technical processes used in the production of art. Class time is devoted to looking at and discussing important works of art. Students need to supplement class discussions with reading and note taking from an academically challenging textbook. This class is only recommended for students who have a strong interest in art and in history; who can learn independently from a textbook; and who will participate actively in a class based on a lecture/discussion format.