Arms, Armor, and Simple Machines

by Cleveland Museum of Art

Learn how simple machines (lever, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, screw, and wheel and axle) have played a part in the development of arms and armor. Using examples from the Cleveland Museum of Art's famed Armor Court, students will compare different types of armor and discover how they have been used in battle, sport and for ornamentation. Students will also be able to identify and apply simple machines in everyday objects.

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $145.00
By Request Premium: $130.00

Purchase orders are due within 10 days of registration. Payment is due in full within 30 days of receiving the invoice. Invoices are sent upon program completion.

Length

45-60 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 4, 5, 6

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Primary Disciplines

Fine Arts, Sciences, Social Studies/History

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)
Zoom

Booking Information

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Programs are non-refundable, however cancellations due to technical difficulties, school closings, or those received 48 hours in advance may be rescheduled for no additional charge. Rescheduling is subject to availability.

About This Provider

Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland, Ohio
United States

Distance Learning for adult audiences at The Cleveland Museum of Art allows lifelong learners to connect with the CMA and enrich their studies of history and visual arts through our collection of art and artifacts from around the world. Through live, interactive videoconferencing, students participate in conversations with museum educators that are two-way and fully interactive.

Please see the museum's website for information about virtual learning for K-12 students:

https://www.clevelandart.org/learn/educators/prek-12-school-programs-and-resources/virtual-learning/virtual-learning-topics

Contact:
Arielle Levine
alevine@clevelandart.org
12167072688

Program Details

Format

1.Intro clip of CMA & CMA Distance Learning
2.Introduction & overview of simple machines
3.Discussion of complex machines
4.Introduction to CMA Armor Court
5.Identifying simple machines in the armor court
6.Catapult Interactivity

Objectives

Students will learn to recognize the six simple machines: lever, pulley, inclined plane, wedge, screw, and wheel and axle.
Students will identify simple machines found in suits of armor and various weapons.
Students will be able to compare different types of armor.
Students will understand how different types of armor were used in battle, sport and for ornamentation.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.