The document discusses Renaissance men and provides activities for students to learn about their characteristics. It begins by defining Renaissance men as individuals who exhibited curiosity, observation, and investigation. Students then research Leonardo da Vinci as the original Renaissance man and identify a Filipino Renaissance man. They analyze quotes from both men and compare their characteristics. Finally, students reflect on how they compare to these Renaissance men and set goals to develop related qualities of their own.

1. Peeling the Layersof a Renaissance Man

3. The period known as the Renaissance, which means rebirth in French, was a distinct time in human development.

4. It was marked by radical and comprehensive changes. Although these changes took place in Europe they have affected people around the world for centuries.

5. If you could sweep away the layers of four centuries worth of dust and step into the lives of individuals what would you find?

6. These activities will help you remove the layers from two peoples lives so you can recognize their characteristics and qualities that made them outstanding contributors to society.

7. Outstanding people emerged to leave their mark on the world. However, one man stood out among all of the rest.

8. His personal characteristics of curiosity, observation, and investigation were as unique in the 16th century as they are today.These qualities led others to later classify him as the first “Renaissance Man.”

9. What were his personal characteristics? Could anyone from the Philippines qualify as a Renaissance Man? How do these individuals affect me today?

10. By the time you finish this activity you will be able to… Describe the original Renaissance Man, his characteristics or qualities and his choices in life that led him to excel.

11. Identify an Filipino Renaissance Man, his characteristics or qualities and his choices in life that led him to excel.

12. Analyze the social environment that allowed these men to excel.

13. Compare/contrast these two individuals.

14. Evaluate your personal growth in comparison to these two Renaissance Men.Required materials WWW & laptopGraphic organizerPictures and images of the two peoplePaint/Adobe PhotoshopElectronic PortfolioBibliography

15. Graphic Organizers Help Students…Organize new information to help you better understand what you are learningOrganize their thoughts Study more efficiently

16. Layer 1 Activity

17. Through the use of the WWW research the term “Renaissance Man.” Look for basic factual information.Enter your information into your graphic organizer

18. Example—T-Chart for Note TakingRenaissance ManFact or EventBrief DescriptionDefinitionA Renaissance Man is someone who…curiosityCharacteristics

19. Layer 2 Activity

20. Through the use of the WWW and using Layer 1 information you have researched identify the first “Renaissance Man.”Look for basic facts as well as characteristics or qualities which would qualify him as such.Enter the new information into your graphic organizer

21. Example—T-Chart for Note TakingRenaissance ManFact or EventBrief DescriptionDefinitionA Renaissance Man is someone who…curiosityCharacteristics16th Century Renaissance ManBirth/ChildhoodApprenticeshipChoices

22. Filipino Renaissance ManYou will now be selecting a Filipino Renaissance Man.Through the use of the WWW and using Layer 1 information, identify an appropriate Filipino.Look for basic facts as well as characteristics or qualities which would qualify him as such.Enter the new information into your graphic organizer

23. Example—T-Chart for Note TakingFilipino Renaissance ManFact or EventBrief DescriptionBirth/ChildhoodEducationChoices

24. Layer 3 Activity

25. Another way to understand a person is through their writing.You will be using a graphic organizer to enter your observations about the quotes from the two Renaissance Men we have been studying.

26. Renaissance Man QuotesPersonQuoteYour InterpretationRecord your interpretation hereRecord quote hereName NameRecord quote hereRecord your interpretation here

27. Read the quote above.What characteristic do you think made Leonardo da Vinci such a unique artist for his day?Write your observations in your graphic organizer.

28. "While a people preserves its language; it preserves the marks of liberty."Read the quote above.What do you think made Rizal a unique filipino?Write your observations in your graphic organizer.

29. Layer 4 Activity

30. Seeing Double 1In this activity you will be comparing the two Renaissance Men you have been researching.You will use the Paint option to create a “Seeing Double” portrait of both people.

31. Seeing Double 1Using the WWW find a portrait picture (or one similar to a portrait) of each of the Renaissance Man. Right click and copy the image.Use Paint or Adobe Photoshop to combine the images of the two Renaissance men

32. Characteristics of a Renaissance ManDa VinciRizalUnique Characteristics1.2.3.4.5.Unique Characteristics1.2.3.4.5.

33. Layer 5 Activity

34. Seeing Double 2In this activity you will be comparing yourself to one of the Renaissance Men you have been researching.You will use the directions from the Seeing Double 1 activity.Substitute your own digital picture for the second Renaissance Man portrait.

35. Seeing Double 2After creating a “Seeing Double” portrait, include text around your new picture explaining the similarities you have with the Renaissance Man (or person) you have chosen.

36. Leonardo and Mecuriouscuriousobservantobservant

37. Layer 6 Activity

38. How Do I Stack UpNow that you have had a chance to thoroughly research several Renaissance Men you will be comparing your personal progress to theirs.Create an organizer that includes characteristics found in these men. Rank each man.Next, rank your own progress thus far.

39. Renaissance Man MatrixHow do I stack up?

40. Example of Goal OrganizerSet a goal for your growth towards becoming a person with Renaissance Man qualities. Create an action plan to show how you will reach your goal.

41. Currently I would rank myself as follows:Few Renaissance Man QualitiesMost Renaissance Man Qualities

42. My Action PlanMy Goal:Plan 1Next Evaluation Date:

43. BibliographyYou should have been noting the URL’s where you found information. Now create a bibliography.Web Resources for creating bibliographies:http://www.noodletools.com/noodlebib/

44. Student Electronic Portfolio Example

45. Layer 1Renaissance ManFact or EventBrief DescriptionDefinitionA Renaissance Man is someone who…curiosityCharacteristicsOriginal Renaissance ManLeonardo da Vinci

46. Layer 2Renaissance ManFact or EventBrief DescriptionDefinitionA Renaissance Man is someone who…curiosityCharacteristics16th Century Renaissance ManBorn as illegitimate son in Italy-1492Raised by father17 half brothers and sistersBirth/ChildhoodApprenticeshipFather observed his talentApprenticed him to….Always curious and observantExampleChoices

47. Layer 3Renaissance Man QuotesPersonQuoteYour InterpretationRecord your interpretation hereName Record quote hereNameRecord quote hereRecord your interpretation here

48. Layer 4Da VinciRizalUnique Characteristics1.2.3.4.5.Unique Characteristics1.2.3.4.5.

49. Layer 5curiouscuriousobservantobservant