Dignity of Work

Posted on August 11, 2008 
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The Dignity of Work Teacher’s Guide
The dignity of hard work was and still is a part of the Texas mentality. It is prevalent in the history of Texas, the culture of Texans, and the art that represents the people of Texas. Many works of early Texas art preserve the lives and the daily activities of the people they represent. These works record details of the clothing, daily chores, and special events in their lives. Work is important not only as a contribution to both family and community, but also as a form of self-worth and a source of self-esteem. This unit uses the theme of work to explore the role of hard work in settling the Texas frontier, and the value of work in the Great Depression.

This project was create by the North Texas Institute for Educators on the Visual Arts (NTIEVA). The Institute is committed to continuing its involvement in research and development efforts related to cutting edge issues in art education.

The Dignity of Work Student Learning Site
The student site provides two related activities that allow students to engage with portraits of people at work and pick out important clues about the characters. Students also have the opportunity to engage in critical thinking about another set of works.

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