Book of Mormon
Date: 1830
Nationality: American
Translator: Joseph Smith
Medium: Book
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Book_of_Mormon
The Book of Mormon may be the most potent learning artifact on this roster. It is invaluable as a learning artifact because it teaches of the greatest example of learning, Jesus Christ. It clearly outlines the Plan of Salvation and gospel of Jesus Christ, which are among the most essential subjects in the universe. It also acts as a springboard for revelation, and invites all who study it to learn from God, Himself. It also contains a history of a people who cycled through phases of learning and distraction. A diligent reader who takes the time to analyze and apply the teachings of the Book of Mormon will eventually learn all that God knows.
Brave New World
Date: 1932
Nationality: English
Creator: Aldous Huxley
Medium: Book
http://fontsinuse.com/uses/3469/brave-new-world-audio-book-1
Aldous Huxley’s novel, Brave New World, is the fictitious story of a civilization that became obsessed with progress, but had their sights set on a less than ideal mark. This society was distracted from the true purpose of learning, to increase in freedom and power like Jesus Christ. This artifact acts as a reminder that counterfeits for learning exist, and that all types of learning are not created equally. Civilizations should be careful to remember what is most important, and avoid the trap of secular philosophy.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brave_New_World
95 Theses
Date: 1517
Nationality: German
Creator: Martin Luther
Medium: Paper
http://landmarksofliberty.blogspot.com/2009/10/95-theses-that-changed-world-october-31.html
Martin Luther’s 95 Theses is a powerful example of how learning requires the courage to run counter to the norm. Individuals and societies have a tendency to impose artificial limits and boundaries to the possibilities learning and understanding. The 95 Theses serve as a reminder that sometimes what is normal is not true or right. Great learners may sometimes be required to break the mold of tradition. Learning is an act of courage.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ninety-Five_Theses
Declaration of Independence
Date: 1776
Nationality: American
Creator: Thomas Jefferson
Medium: Paper
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Declaration_of_Independence
Learning leads to increased freedom and power to act. The Declaration of Independence is an evidence of increased freedom that resulted from tremendous strides in learning. The Declaration illustrates that it is mankind’s nature and inherent right to be free. This artifact teaches that learning should always be consistent with principles of freedom. The Declaration also stands as a witness of the nobility of vision and courage to stand and fight against great odds. Sometimes learning requires a battle against odds.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Declaration_of_Independence
Reflecting Telescope
Date: 1668
Nationality: English
Creator: Isaac Newton
Medium: Metal instrument
http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:NGC_5033,_Schulman_Foundation_32_inch_telescope_on_Mt._Lemmon,_AZ.jpg
Newton advanced the design and ability of the telescope, increasing his ability to see beyond our world. He did not let the sky impose a cap on his potential to learn. This artifact will remind those who see it that there is more to see than what is immediately apparent. There is more to learn than just what is available in one’s family, neighborhood, city, nation, and world. This artifact will encourage people to look past the apparent, and seek out what may have never been seen before. These things will increase learning.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telescope
Eclipse Viewer
Date: 16th Century
Nationality: Italian
Creator: Leonardo da Vinci
Medium: Wood and paper contraption
http://www.alternativephotography.com/wp/history/pinhole-history
Among Leonardo da Vinci’s numberless inventions was a device that allowed him to look at eclipses. His learning allowed him to capture an image of the heavens in box in such a way that he could see it with his natural eyes. This artifact demonstrates that learning allows us to catch a glimpse of the celestial. This will encourage a civilization to remember that learning connects us with the heavens, and makes the infinite understandable.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonardo_da_Vinci
Chronicles of Narnia
Date: 1949-1954
Nationality: English
Creator: C. S. Lewis
Medium: Book
http://www.ign.com/articles/2007/07/17/fantasy-lit-on-film-101
The Chronicles of Narnia series is a powerful example of learning because it takes a complex and lofty subject and makes it understandable for children. This illustrates the creative step of Bloom’s Taxonomy of Learning. It can be a temptation for any individual or society to become prideful when great strides are taken in learning as is evidenced by the uncommon vernacular of academia. This artifact reminds its viewers that true learning is not about prestige, and should result in power to teach more effectively. It also focuses on the prominent and eternal truth that learning is rooted in the life of Jesus Christ and His gospel.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chronicles_of_Narnia
Lord of the Rings
Date: 1937-1949
Nationality: English
Creator: J. R. R. Tolkien
Medium: Book
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=78041657
Like The Chronicles of Narnia, The Lord of the Rings shares common elements of themes and focus on eternal gospel truths. This artifact, however, contains a depth of detail somewhat greater than the previous artifact. It serves as a tool to be examined, studied, and analyzed, leading the viewer to diligently work in order to comprehend its underlying messages. It stresses the activeness that is required to learn, not only by the study required to comprehend it, but also the message of exertion and triumph contained in the books. In this way, it is like a two-edged sword of learning.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lord_of_the_Rings
Number 1
Date: 1948
Nationality: American
Creator: Jackson Pollock
Medium: Paint
http://www.terraingallery.org/Pollock_LS.htm
Number 1 is a modern, individualistic, splatter painting that is a powerful tool to teach a civilization about learning. By studying and analyzing previous artifacts for meaning, there is a danger of begging to look beyond the actual reality and truth that is present. Presenting this artifact to a civilization would prompt them to analyze and seek out meaning where their might not be. This exercise could help teach a civilization of learners that not everything has a hidden meaning, and it is ok to take some things at face value. This contrasts previous principles of learning that have been discussed. An effective learner must know that there is not one rule that always applies, but personal discretion is essential for a lifetime of impactful learning.
http://www.ibiblio.org/wm/paint/auth/pollock/lavender-mist/
http://www.ibiblio.org/wm/paint/auth/pollock/lavender-mist/
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