Introduction to Art Grades 9-12
This course will include the basic elements and principles of art while developing fundamental skills. It will be an overview of two and three-dimensional art, art history, and criticism.
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Performing and Creating |
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| 1-6 | 7 | a. Develop and define artistic skills and self-expression using art elements (e.g., line, form, texture, color, value, and shape). | • Collaborate in small and large groups to design, develop, and discuss works of art. | ||
| 1-6 | 7 | b. Explore a variety of media emphasizing the principles of design (e.g., rhythm, movement, balance, composition, emphasis, contrast, unity). | • Develop a portfolio of artwork. | ||
| 1-6 | c. Develop an understanding of composition and design through the creation of two and three-dimensional art. | • Develop projects incorporating color theory. | |||
| 1-6 | 4-6, 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | d. Demonstrate the ability to express ideas through visual arts, discussion, and writing. | |
| 1-6 | 1-4 | 7 | e. Use a variety of techniques, tools, and media to create individual art. | ||
| 1-6, 7 | 1-4 | 2, 7, 8 | f. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and usage of art through technology. | ||
| 1-6 | 4 | 1-4 | 8 | g. Set, pursue, and readily adjust art-making goals by recognizing and judging new possibilities as they emerge. | |
History and Culture |
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| 7 | 1-9 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Recognize the relationship between the arts, environment, individual, and society. | • Study United States and world cultures, including Alaska Native, through production and design of student art work. |
| 1-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | b. Describe the characteristics of styles of art and recognize artists exemplifying those styles. | • Complete a piece of art around a theme, concept, idea, or issue. | |
| 1-9 | 1-5 | 1-7 | c. Identify universal themes throughout various historical periods and the influences on the creation of different pieces of art. | • Integrate cultural, historical, or contemporary techniques into artwork. | |
| 1-9 | 1-6 | 1-8 | d. Identify artists, historical periods, and their influences on the creation of art. | • Visit art shows, museums, galleries, or studios. • Develop art timelines. |
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Evaluation and Analysis |
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| 2, 4, 5 | 4, 5, 7, 8 | 1-5 | 1-8 | a. Understand and use criteria to evaluate the visual arts. | • Interpret a piece of art by questioning what story, feeling, or concept the art is conveying to the viewer. |
| 1-8 | 1-6 | 1-7 | b. Communicate an understanding for a variety of styles and artistic expressions. | • Make a judgment about the success of the art work in terms of its aesthetic qualities. | |
| 1-6 | 7, 8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | c. Exhibit appropriate behavior related to the art environment. | • Compare and contrast art created in different areas of the world, as well as in different periods of history. |
| 1-8 | 1-5 | 1-8 | d. Learn to accept and offer constructive criticism for own work as well as the work of others. | • Interpret art through questions regarding the formal principles and elements of design. | |
Aesthetic Perception |
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| 1-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Respect the opinions of others concerning artwork, recognizing that personal opinions are a reflection of past experiences and culture. | • Write personal definitions of art and beauty; find and share art examples that support definitions. | |
| 3-8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | b. Be able to discuss what makes a work of art. | • Present art from own ethnic or cultural background. | |
| 7 | 1-9 | 2-4 | 1-8 | c. Recognize how art influences everyday life. | • Investigate careers related to the arts. |
| • Discuss issues related to aesthetics, artists, values in art, and other related topics. | |||||
ASSESSMENTS |
| • Concept assimilation and demonstration • Creativity • Participation in class • Rubric • Safety habits • Skill growth and manipulatives • Time on task • Working to assignment parameters |