Noack/Fall 2007

Sculpture

Sculpture is a visual arts course that focuses on incorporating the elements and principles of art into the making of three-dimensional works of art. Throughout this course we will explore the techniques of carving, modeling, constructing and/or casting to produce sculpture. In addition, we will concentrate on looking at and understanding the work of 20th century sculptors. This class will teach you the basics of how to learn, create, appreciate and assess the three-dimensional ÒSpaceÓ in which we live.

Essential Question:

How does learning about Sculpture change the way in which you view the world?

 

Content Standards

The following is a list that describes what students should know or be able to do in Sculpture by the end of the semester:

Art History

         á Experience a variety of 20th century sculptors to inform artistic decisions.

         á Respond to and analyze techniques and styles from 20th century sculptors.

Creative Problem-Solving

         á Identify and use the elements and principles of  art as it applies to three-dimensional works of art.

         á Describe and use the vocabulary of sculpture making.

Technical Skills

         á Explain and demonstrate quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

         á Demonstrate how to construct an assemblage

         á Demonstrate how to carve, model, and/or construct using sculptural techniques.

Reasoning/Thinking Skills

         á Document and record evidence of knowledge and progress throughout the semester.

         á Discuss and explain your work, using correct vocabulary in oral and written critiques.

 

Process Standards (Work Habits)

The following describe skills students are expected to demonstrate to enhance the process of learning.

          1. Students will use time wisely and productively.

         2. Students will attend class on a regular basis.

         3. Students will come to class on time, prepared, with necessary materials.

         4. Students will provide constructive criticism when discussing artwork.

         5. Students will keep organized portfolio.

         6. Students will work effectively with others in small group settings.

         7. Students will maintain a positive attitude and put forth their best possible effort.

 

Materials

sketchbook - provided by teacher

 

Visual Arts Grading System

Everything we do in class contributes in some way to your overall grade. There are three ways in which I collect EVIDENCE OF STUDENT LEARNING (valid, reliable, evaluation of student learning is gathered over time through a variety of ways):

 

         á Observation - What I observe during class about each student's process of learning;

         á Conversations with Students - What students observe, articulate, and show about their learning and understanding;

         á Student Work - What students demonstrate about they know and are able to do.

 

All assignments/projects are based on meeting the standards or essential learning for the course and are graded on a  4 point scale. 4 is at the top , 1 is at the bottom. Specific criteria and rubrics are given to students for all major assignments, so they are clear how to be successful. When entered into the on-line grade book, the 4 point system is ÒtranslatedÓ into the following 100 point scale:

 

Exceptional, Extraordinary Work (when merited)  4++=100

Exceeds the Standard 4=97

        3.5=94

Meets the Standard 3=90

        2.5=87

Approaching the Standard 2=83

        1.5=79

Does Not Meet the Standard 1=76

 

**This translation scale is borrowed and adapted from Robert Marzano, author of several educational text books.**

 

Make-up Policy

If you are sick and not in school the day an assignment is due, it is due the first day you return to school. Remember it is your responsibility to make arrangements with me, concerning what you missed when you were not in school. Under extraordinary circumstances, please contact me asap, so that together, we can make a plan to get caught up and turn in or modify missing work.