Synthesis Workshop
Synthesis Workshop Description
11th and 12th grade
After a brief guided tour, students work in small groups to review a packet of documents related to the object, theme, or time period of a work of art from Reynolda’s collection. Students then must form an argument about the work of art and share their report as a group. Designed for AP Language and Composition classes, but is not exclusive to them. Program typically lasts from 9:30 – 2:00 p.m. with the school/individuals providing lunch.
NC Standard Course of Study Connections: ELA: RL.11-12.1, W.11-12.5, SL.11-12, SL.11-12.2, SL.11-12.4
Learning objectives: Students who experience a Synthesis Workshop will be able to
- analyze a work of art in conversation
- practice visual literacy skills of observation and identify details that support an interpretation
- entertain and communicate different viewpoints, grounded in specific observations in the works of art
- synthesize at least three documents with a work of art
- construct an argument about a work of art
Location: Reynolda House Museum of American Art
Available: check with staff for availability
Accommodates: 8-48 people
4 hours 30 minutes (includes break for lunch)
$8 + tax per student
Questions? Contact Julia Tanner, julia@reynolda.org