| **** When you email please identify who you are in the SUBJECT ****
BENCHMARKS
Insert / Career Path Options
Creative Expression opens an avenue for the application of individual ideas,
feelings, and expressions.
Aesthetic Perception or the study of aesthetics, or the philosophy of the
arts, supplies the individual with a structure for analyzing, interpreting,
and responding to the arts.
Historical and Cultural Perception is the vehicle for understanding works of
art in time and place.
Critical Analysis is the process of inquiry associated with an individual’s
knowledge of the arts.
Foundation Skills:
1.Communication
2.Problem Solving
3.Resource Access and Utilization
4.Linking and Generating Knowledge
5.Citizenship
BENCHMARKS
In grades 9-12, what students should know and be able to do includes to:
Creative Expression
VA-CE-H1 Produce works of art that successfully convey a central theme
based on imagery, ideas, feelings, and memories;
(1,2,3)
VA-CE-H2 Apply a variety of media, techniques, technologies, and
processes for visual expression and communication;
(1,2,3)
VA-CE-H3 Use the elements and principles of design for individual
expression while exploring compositional problems;
(1,2)
VA-CE-H4 Produce a visual representation of ideas derived from the study
of various cultures and art forms;
(2,3,4)
VA-CE-H5 Produce imaginative works of art generated from individual and
group ideas;
(1,2,5)
VA-CE-H6 Produce works of art that describe and connect art with other
disciplines;
(1,2,4)
VA-CE-H7 Maintain a sketchbook or journal and develop a portfolio.
(1,2,3)
Critical Analysis
VA-CA-H1 Apply knowledge of design elements and principles to analyze,
compare, or contrast the composition of various works of art;
(2,4)
VA-CA-H2 Compare and contrast symbolism as used in works of visual art
from different cultures and time periods;
(1,4)
VA-CA-H3 Critique the design of structures or areas in the created
(built) environment based on aesthetic criteria;
(1,2,4)
VA-CA-H4 Critique works of art using advanced art vocabulary;
(1,4)
VA-CA-H5 Develop and justify personal interpretations of works of art
based on information from inside and outside the work.
(1,2,4)
Historical and Cultural Perception
VA-HP-HI Analyze specific styles and periods of art in relation to
prevailing cultural, social, political, and economic conditions;
( 2,4,5)
VA-HP-H2 Analyze how works of art cross geographical, political, and
historical boundaries;
(2,4)
VA-I-IP-H3 Compare and contrast ways art has been used to communicate
ideas, themes, and messages throughout history;
(1,2,4)
VA-HP-H4 Analyze materials, technologies, media, and processes of the
visual arts throughout history;
(2,3,4)
VA-HP-H5 Investigate and assess roles, careers, and career opportunities
in the visual arts;
(2,4)
VA-HP-H6 Identify representative visual artists of various cultures and
compare their lives, careers, works, and influence.
(1,4)
Aesthetic Perception
VA-AP-H 1 Use advanced art design vocabulary for responding to the
aesthetic qualities of various works;
(1,4)
VA-AP-H2 Distinguish unique characteristics of art as it reflects
concepts of beauty and quality of life in various cultures;
(1,4,5)
VA-AP-H3 Use analogies, metaphors, and other descriptors to describe
interrelationships in works of art and nature;
(1,2,4)
VA-AP-H4 Compare and contrast multiple possibilities and options
available for artistic expression;
(1,4)
VA-AP-H5 Question/weigh evidence and information, examine intuitive
reactions, and articulate personal attitudes toward visual
works;
(1,2,5)
VA-AP-H6 Integrate knowledge of the visual arts in the total environment
to understand the arts within a community.
(2,4,5)
| |
