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Building Rome In (Almost) A Day
From Upper School World History Teacher, Abby Bielski:
The power of art and architecture is a prominent theme in 9th grade Ancient History. This year, students began their study of Rome by designing a replica of an ancient Roman structure using the Maker's Lab 3D printer.
Frequently, we use art to examine cultural values, military conflicts, political and economic change, and societal norms. Ancient Rome, particularly in the Age of Augustus, deftly co-opted art for political purposes in arguably the most effective public relations campaign in the ancient world. Even today, emblems and icons of ancient Rome are ubiquitous, a testament to the pervasive power of imagery.
Students worked with Tinkercad website to draft a miniature version of a temple, monument, or public space in Ancient Rome. By using some basic engineering and design principles, students experienced how science and history can work together to bring our past to life. Thanks to Matt Bavone, our resident tech expert, for facilitating this project.
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