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Historical, Cultural and Social Contexts Students understand the impact of visual art on the history, culture and society from which it emanates. They understand the cultural, social and political forces that, in turn, shape visual art communication and expression. Students identify the significant contributions of visual artists to cultural heritage. They analyze the historical, cultural, social and political contexts that influence the function and role of visual art in the lives of people.A. Recognize and describe visual art forms and artworks from various times and places. C. Identify and describe the different purposes people have for creating works of art. |
Creative Expression and Communication Students create artworks that demonstrate understanding of materials, processes, tools, media, techniques and available technology. They understand how to use art elements, principles and images to communicate their ideas in a variety of visual forms.B. Use the elements and principles of art as a means to express ideas, emotions and experiences. D. Recognize and use ongoing assessment to revise and improve the quality of original artworks. |
Analyzing and Responding Students identify and discriminate themes, media, subject matter and formal technical and expressive aspects in works of art. They understand and use the vocabulary of art criticism to describe visual features, analyze relationships and interpret meanings in works of art. Students make judgments about the quality of works of art using the appropriate criteria.A. Identify and describe the visual features and characteristics of works of art. C. Contribute to the development of criteria for discussing and judging works of art. |
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Valuing the Arts/Aesthetic Reflection Students understand why people value visual art. They present their beliefs about the nature and significance of selected artworks and the reasons for holding these beliefs. Students reflect on and respect diverse points of view about artworks and artifacts.A. Apply basic reasoning skills to understand why works of art are made and valued. B. Form their own opinions and views about works of art and discuss them with others. C. Distinguish and describe the aesthetic qualities in works of art. |
Connections, Relationships and Applications Students connect and apply their learning of visual art to the study of other arts areas and disciplines outside the arts. They understand relationships between and among concepts and ideas that are common across subjects in the curriculum. Students recognize the importance of lifelong learning and experience in visual art.C. Create and solve an interdisciplinary problem using visual art processes, materials and tools. |
