Ms. Haan - Visual Arts

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Happy New Year!!! I am very excited about 2012. Are you? This first week back we will be focusing on getting projects finished, wrapped up, etc. My School Resolution this year is to ORGANIZE ORGANIZE ORGANIZE! One of the ways I plan to do this is by keeping all documents, and plans on TeacherWeb.  I will have worksheets, posts, lesson plans and activities for you. If you are sick, feel free to check the calendar for what you have missed or will be missing in your absence! As always I look forward to much art making and art talk with you all! I am beginning 2012 with #19 of my 100 portraits series. Keep up with me at <A href="http://www.karihaan.blogspot.com">www.karihaan.blogspot.com</A>  -Ms. Haan ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This  course will develop and build on students' understanding of some of the fundamental concepts and techniques of art making and art appreciation. 
<UL><LI>We will focus on integrating the elements of art and principles of design into projects that will range from drawing and painting to screen printing and yarn painting. </LI><LI>Assignments will work on skill building and creative exploration.</LI><LI>Students will learn the basics of art criticism and develop their ability to discuss and analyze their own artwork and the work of other artists in verbal and written form. </LI><LI>Students will also learn to be responsible participants in a working studio on a daily basis, following proper studio practices and procedures. <o:p></o:p></LI></UL>
<A name=The_Basics>The Basics: How to Succeed in This Class</A><o:p></o:p>
Always be ready to learn! This means….
<UL><LI>Be on time</LI><LI>Be a good listener</LI><LI>BRING A PENCIL</LI><LI>Give every assignment your best effort</LI><LI>Use your imagination</LI><LI>Turn assignments in when they’re due </LI><LI>Participate and ask questions!</LI><LI>Use time wisely</LI><LI>And CLEAN UP! </LI></UL>
Not so hard, right?<o:p></o:p>
<A name=How_YOU_EARN_Your_Grade>The Details: How YOU EARN Your Grade</A><o:p></o:p>
Grades will be based on PROJECTS, DAILY WORK HABITS, SKETCHBOOK & EVALUATIONS. PROJECTS will each focus on a different concept and should demonstrate student understanding of that concept. Projects MUST be turned in on time. Turning in late projects without an approved excuse will result in a loss of points. Most projects will conclude with a written self evaluation & reflection by the student artist; this will be a part of the overall project grade.  DAILY WORK HABITS points will be based on daily attendance, classroom participation & behavior, work habits & cleaning. Problems in any of these areas will negatively affect points. <o:p></o:p>SKETCHBOOK work will be a part of the research, planning, and reflection process for most projects and is an important part of any art discipline. You will also use your sketchbook for daily writing and drawing activities. Sketchbooks will be checked periodically, and missing sketchbooks will negatively affect the Daily Work Habits grade.  EVALUATIONS will be given at the end of each project. This will be your chance to think and write critically about your work and demonstrate your knowledge of the appropriate vocabulary. <A name=Rules_&_Expectations>Art Class Rules & Expectations</A><o:p></o:p>
 When I am teaching, students are expected to be listening, not talking. Raise your hand and wait to be called on to add to the discussion or ask questions. Unless you have permission to be out of your seat during this time, you should be in your seat. <o:p></o:p>CLEAN UP after yourself and with your table team at your assigned sink. Roughly 150 students will use the art classroom every day. Each person is responsible for keeping this space clean, every single class period. 5 points will be lost for each student at each table assigned to a sink that is left messy.
Students are expected to use class time wisely.  RESPECT yourself & others. No name calling, no drama, no whining. Just put a smile on!
Take care of the art supplies and tools. They belong to everyone, not just you. Safety is key! The art classroom has chemicals and tools that must be used responsibly with attention to the safety of you and others.<o:p></o:p>
Students should be on time to class every day.  This is a studio class so almost all of the work is done during class time. It is the STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY to find out about any missed class activity and work with me to make up any missed assignments.  Students tardy 3 times to class will be assigned detention. 
PARENTS: If you ever have any questions, comments, concerns or just want to say hello, please feel free to contact me. I want to welcome any parents that would like to share their artistic talents, volunteer with the class, or donate art supplies.  Many changes are taking place in my classroom! Keep on the look out for online pre-assessments, rubrics, surveys, and resource websites and videos to help you with your planning and creation of projects!!! To my students: Thank you so much for being honest with me, and helping me to understand what you need from me to learn best.  You are the best teachers!

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Ms. Haan - Visual Arts

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