Ancient Rock Art: Podcast Episode with Engaging Discussion Questions

Description

Are you seeking a powerful and fresh resource to bring alive important social studies lessons for your students? People Are Culture’s 12-episode podcast interview series offers insightful and heartfelt personal stories that give students a first-hand perspective on different dimensions of culture. Each interview is conducted by Meg Pier and features a fascinating narrative from a real person on topics as varied as refugees, arts, music, folk art, artisan, dance, crafts, archeology, anthropology, festivals, gardens, cultural heritage, and museums.

Podcasts are becoming popular in the classroom because they engage students in storytelling and provide an accessible and effective way for students to learn. Podcast lessons offer a dynamic and engaging educational tool for the classroom, providing students with an immersive and auditory learning experience. The storytelling format of podcasts captures attention from students, which creates a deeper understanding of complex subjects through real-life narratives and personal perspectives. Additionally, podcasts encourage critical thinking and active listening skills. This is the perfect podcast series for teaching cultural lessons inside the classroom.

WHAT’S INSIDE?

• Inspirational podcast story from the Editor of the Bradshaw Foundation
• 5 thought-provoking podcast discussion questions
• A podcast summary sheet with 3 questions about rock art

This podcast discusses how Peter Lyell Robinson serves as the Editor of the Bradshaw Foundation, an organization dedicated to preserving ancient rock art worldwide and promoting the study of early human artistic achievements. The Foundation collaborates with UNESCO, the Royal Geographic Society, and other institutions to fund preservation projects and scientific research. Founded by Peter’s late father, John Robinson, a sculptor, the Bradshaw Foundation operates as a non-profit based in Geneva. In this interview, Peter provides insights into the Foundation’s history, discusses various rock art sites such as Chauvet Cave and the Bradshaw paintings in Australia, and reflects on universal themes of art, connectivity, and life.

This lesson takes students on a journey, using storytelling to promote engagement, critical thinking, and literacy skills. Buy it now to download a lesson sure to engage your learner!