Exploration in Art Grades 7-8
This is a foundation course which will involve students in a wide variety of two and three-dimensional media.
STANDARDS MET | CONTENT/SKILLS | SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES | |||
A | B | C | D | ||
Performing and Creating | |||||
1-3, 4, 6 | 7 | a. Explore a variety of media using the elements of art (e.g., line, value, texture, form, color, shape and space). | • Understand the use of color by demonstrating the ability to combine colors in a color wheel or design projects. | ||
1-3, 4, 6 | 7 | b. Explore a variety of media emphasizing the principles of design (e.g., rhythm, movement, balance, composition, emphasis, contrast, unity). | • Collaborate in small and large groups to design, develop, and discuss works of art. | ||
1-3, 4, 6 | 7 | c. Develop an understanding of composition and design through the creation of two and three-dimensional art. | • Develop a portfolio of artwork. | ||
1-3, 4, 6 | 4-6, 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | d. Demonstrate the ability to express ideas through visual arts, discussion, and writing. | |
1-3, 4, 6 | 1, 4 | 7 | e. Use a variety of techniques, tools, and media to create individual art. | ||
1-3, 4, 6 | 1-4 | 2, 7 | f. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and usage of art through technology. | ||
1-6 | 4 | 1-4 | g. Set, pursue, and readily adjust art-making goals by recognizing and judging new possibilities as they emerge. | ||
History and Culture | |||||
4, 5 | 1-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Discuss and critique artwork based on themes, topics, or issues. | • Complete a piece of art around a theme, concept, idea, or issue. |
4-6 | 1-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | b. Discuss and critique artwork based on history and culture. | • Integrate cultural, historical, or contemporary techniques into artwork. |
• Visit art shows, museums, galleries, or studios. |
STANDARDS MET | CONTENT/SKILLS | SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES | |||
A | B | C | D | ||
Evaluation and Analysis | |||||
2, 4, 5 | 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Understand and use criteria to evaluate the visual arts. | • Critique artwork and respond verbally and/or in writing. |
1-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | b. Communicate an understanding for a variety of styles and artistic expressions. | • Interpret art through questions regarding the formal principles and elements of design. | |
1-6 | 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | c. Exhibit appropriate behavior related to the art environment. | • Interpret art by asking questions regarding concepts, ideas, and emotions. |
Aesthetic Perception | |||||
1-8 | 1-5 | 1-8 | a. Share feelings about artwork using visual vocabulary. | • Identify the value and importance of art by using materials such as “Artery” or “Token Response.” | |
1-8 | 1-5 | 1-8 | b. Recognize personal opinions regarding art using past and present experiences and culture. | • Compare and contrast art created in a variety of cultural and historical contexts. | |
1-8 | 1-5 | 1-8 | c. Communicate an understanding for a variety of artistic expressions. | • Identify personally significant ideas; find and share an artistic example of each with class. | |
7 | 1-9 | 2-4 | 1-8 | d. Recognize how art influences everyday life. | • Discuss issues related to aesthetics, artists, values in art, and other related topics. |
ASSESSMENTS |
• Concept assimilation and demonstration • Participation in class • Portfolio • Rubric • Safety habits • Skill growth and manipulatives • Time on task • Working to assignment parameters |