Module #1 Introduction to the Renaissance Overview of the Renaissance period, its significance, and its cultural context
Module #2 The Revival of Classical Culture The rediscovery of ancient Greek and Romanculture and its impact on Renaissance art and literature
Module #3 The Medici Family and the Rise of Florence The role of the Medici family in patronizing the arts and promoting cultural innovation in Florence
Module #4 Leonardo da Vinci:The Renaissance Man The life, works, and legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, including his art, inventions, and scientific contributions
Module #5 Michelangelo:The Greatest Artist of the Renaissance The life, works, and legacy of Michelangelo, including his sculptures, paintings, and architectural designs
Module #6 Raphael and the School of Athens The life and works of Raphael, including his frescoes in the Vatican and his contribution to the development of Renaissance art
Module #7 The Emergence of Humanism The philosophical and intellectual movement that emphasized human potential and individualism
Module #8 The Development of Perspective in Art The innovative use of perspective in Renaissance art, including its impact on representation and illusion
Module #9 The Art of the Northern Renaissance The distinctive styles and themes of Northern European Renaissance artists, such as Jan van Eyck and Hieronymus Bosch
Module #10 The Renaissance in Venice The unique cultural and artistic developments in Venice, including the works of Titian and Tintoretto
Module #11 The Renaissance in Rome The cultural and artistic developments in Rome, including the works of Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio
Module #12 The Role of Women in Renaissance Culture The contributions and experiences of women in Renaissance society, including artists, patrons, and intellectuals
Module #13 Renaissance Music and Dance The evolution of music and dance during the Renaissance, including the emergence of new forms and instruments
Module #14 Renaissance Literature:From Petrarch to Shakespeare The development of Renaissance literature, including the works of Petrarch, Boccaccio, and Shakespeare
Module #15 The Renaissance and the Reformation The impact of the Protestant Reformation on Renaissance culture and art
Module #16 The Renaissance and the Age of Exploration The intersection of Renaissance culture and the Age of Exploration, including the impact of new discoveries on art and literature
Module #17 Renaissance Architecture and Urban Planning The development of Renaissance architecture, including the works of Brunelleschi, Michelangelo, and Palladio
Module #18 The Renaissance and the Emergence of Modernity The ways in which the Renaissance laid the groundwork for modern Western culture and society
Module #19 The Renaissance in the 16th Century The cultural and artistic developments of the 16th century, including the emergence of Mannerism and the late Renaissance
Module #20 The Art of the Late Renaissance The stylistic and thematic developments in art during the late Renaissance, including the works of El Greco and Caravaggio
Module #21 Renaissance Art and Culture in Europe The spread of Renaissance art and culture throughout Europe, including its reception in France, Spain, and England
Module #22 The Legacy of the Renaissance The enduring impact of the Renaissance on Western art, literature, and culture
Module #23 The Renaissance and the Modern Era The ways in which Renaissance ideas and innovations continue to influence contemporary culture
Module #24 Case Studies in Renaissance Art and Culture In-depth analysis of select works of art, literature, and architecture that exemplify Renaissance cultural and artistic values
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Renaissance: Art and Culture career
