The Museum of Modern Art

Modern Art & Ideas

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Approx. 13 hours
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.8

(6,409 reviews)

Beginner level
No prior experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 13 hours
Learn at your own pace
98%
Most learners liked this course

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8 quizzes

Taught in English

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There are 6 modules in this course

Be introduced to some of the overall benefits of studying modern and contemporary art through accessible and relevant themes.

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1 video5 readings

Discover some of the many ways that artists represent place and take inspiration from their environment.

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12 videos4 readings2 quizzes1 discussion prompt

See how artists create works of art to express, explore, and question identity.

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8 videos5 readings2 quizzes1 discussion prompt

Discover how artists use everyday objects to challenge assumptions about what constitutes art and how it should be made. Explore a variety of artistic and design choices, and the creative acts of inventing and transforming everyday objects.

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10 videos4 readings2 quizzes1 discussion prompt

Explore works of art created in response to the social, cultural, and political issues of their time. Gain a deeper understanding of history and contemporary society. Be encouraged to think critically about world events and how they are depicted.

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8 videos5 readings2 quizzes1 discussion prompt

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2 peer reviews

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4.7 (1,301 ratings)
Lisa Mazzola
The Museum of Modern Art
4 Courses577,752 learners

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