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Case Studies in City Form, Fall 2005

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Abstract:: Introduction to urban form and design, focusing on the physical, historical, and social form of cities. Selected cities are analyzed, drawn, and compared, to develop a working understanding of urban and architectural form. The development of map making and urban representation is discussed, and use of the computer is required. Special focus on the historical development of the selected cities, especially mid-nineteenth and mid-twentieth century periods of expansion. Readings on urban design theory in the twentieth century and a weekly discussion/seminar on them. Methods class for S.M.Arch.S. students in Architecture and Urbanism.

Subject:: Arts
Grade Level:: Post-secondary
Collection:: MIT OpenCourseWare

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Dedication to Douglass - Designing Historically Accurate Monuments to Frederick Douglass

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Abstract:: In this lesson, students learn about the controversy regarding the historical accuracy of the Frederick Douglass Circle monument in Central Park. They then create their own design proposals for less controversial monument components and write the text for plaques to accompany them.

Subject:: Humanities, Social Sciences
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary
Collection:: New York Times

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Freedom

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Abstract:: This video clip prompts students to write about their feelings when they have visited one of the great American monuments.

Subject:: Humanities, Social Sciences
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary
Collection:: Teachers' Domain

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Washington DC: A Guide to the Historic Neighborhoods and Monuments of Our Nation's Capital

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Abstract:: presents 96 historic places that bring the 200-year history of our nation's capital to life. Learn not only about famous national landmarks -- the Mall, Capitol Building, White House -- but also about historic neighborhoods and local landmarks that make the city unique.

Subject:: Humanities, Social Sciences
Grade Level:: Primary, Secondary, Post-secondary
Collection:: National Park Service

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