| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |
K-3
Joyful Creative Curious | Describe work of art using some criteria Describe ideas or feelings connected with viewing or making a work of art Explain judgments about art based on personal choices Apply simple vocabulary in discussions of art Integrate ones personal experience into ones own art work | Create present and/or perform a single form of art using experiences and imagination, artistic methods and composition to achieve lesson criteria Develop a simple vocabulary related to various art forms Use art materials and tools in a safe and responsible manner Identify and make connections between the visual arts and other disciplines in the curriculum | Identify specific works of art as belonging to particular cultures, times and places Demonstrate how history, culture, and the visual arts can influence each other |
| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |
4-5
Emerging Problem Solver | Describe various purposes for creating works of visual art Describe how peoples' experiences influence the development of specific art works Identify different responses and points of view about different art work Identify artistic elements and principles which can be used to analyze works of art Defend a work of art with justification Develop criteria for evaluating works of art Describe and analyze aesthetic and artistic qualities in the natural and man made environment | Create, present and/or perform a work of art using experiences, imagination and observations in selecting artistic elements,principles and technical skills to achieve lesson criteria Describe how different materials, techniques and processes produce different results Identify and use similarities and differences between characteristics of the visual arts and other arts disciplines. (e.g. pattern in poetry/music) Apply increased vocabulary as related to various art forms | Compare the characteristics of artworks in various eras and cultures Describe and place a variety of art objects in historical and cultural contexts Use information about historical, biographical, cultural, social, political and or artistic contexts to form interpretations about art |
| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |
6 - 8
Problem Solver
| Compare multiple purposes for creating works of art State preferences for works of art and reasons for prefences based on key artistic elements and principles Recognize and describe how technical, organizational and aesthetic elements contribute to the ideas, emotions and overall impact communicated by works of art Analyze contemporary and historic meanings in specific artworks through aesthetic inquiry Create and use criteria to describe works of art Reflect on the nature of human involvement in art as a viewer, creater and participant | Create, present and perform a work of art using experiences, imagination and observations in selecting artistic elements,principles and technical skills to achieve lesson criteria and analyze the result Apply understanding of compositions (e.g. unity, balance) to create a presentation with audience appeal. Apply technical skills showing precision and attention to detail Show application of processes and problem solving strategies Explore career-based opportunities in the arts Use subjects, themes and symbols that communicate intended meanings in art works Reflect verbally and in writing about one's own work and the effectiveness of artistic choices made | Analyze, describe and demonstrate how factors of time and place influence visual characteristics that give meaning and value to a work of art Use subjects, themes and symbols that communicate intended meaning in art works
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| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |
9 - 10
Problem Poser | Describe how social concepts such as cooperation, communication, self-esteem, risk taking, sympathy and empathy apply in art and daily life Describe meaning of artworks by analyzing how specific works are created and how they relate to historical and cultural contexts State preferences for works of art using the inquiry process of description analysis, interpretation and judgement | Create artworks that use organizational principles and thinking strategies to solve specific visual arts problems Apply media, techniques and processes with sufficient skill, confidence and sensitivity that their intentions are carried out in their artworks Create multiple solutions to visual arts problems Evaluate and reflect on one's own artwork in written and verbal forms Makes and supports judgments about the artistic merit of the work within its culture and relative to one's own culture | Analyze a work of art by comparing and contrasting it to another work from a different time or culture Describe and explain how the characteristics of a society or culture influence works of art Identify the artists point of view and the patterns visible in their work |
| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |
| 11 - 12 | Reflect analytically on various interpretations as a means for understanding and evaluating works of visual art (PASS) Discuss ethical implications of art/technology (eg. copyright laws) Analyze the relationship among cultural values, freedom of artistic expression, ethics, and artistic choices in various cultures and historical periods and as it applies to one's own life and art. (PASS) Understand the significance and potential contribution of the arts to the quality of one's life. (PASS) Discuss a work of art in a clear, focused presentation using a strong main idea and supporting details that are useful in providing insightful, complex connections regarding composition, technique and expression. (PASS) | Initiate, define and solve challenging visual arts problems independently using technical design and intellectual skills such as analysis, synthesis and evaluation (PASS) Demonstrate an understanding of how to communicate ideas as related to media, techniques and processes they use Apply visual thinking to express personal ideas and artistic vision by completing a body of work Develop an exit piece for public exhibition Participate in a visual arts related internship, mentorship or apprenticeship
| Describe how a society is influenced by works of art and artists (PASS) Make and support judgments about the artistic merit of the work which reveal a perspective of its relevance across time and cultures Evaluate message(s) or theme(s) of the work with insightful analysis of its cultural significance Describe how artists are influenced by their society and environment and the society and environment of others. (PASS) |
| Grade Level | Aesthetics and Art Criticism | Create, Present and Perform | Historical and Cultural Perspectives |