St. Joan of Arc Catholic Secondary School
3801 Thomas Street
Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 7G2
(905) 285-0050
We believe that each one, created in the image and likeness of God, is called by name into
the Dufferin-Peel community to realize the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations to the fullest
extent possible as we all journey from the early years to vocation.
COURSE OUTLINE
Department:
Course:
Course Code:
Visual Arts
Grade 9 Visual Arts
AVI1O
Course Description:
This course is exploratory in nature, offering an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study.
Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various
materials by using a range of media, processes, techniques, and styles. Students will use the creative and critical
analysis processes and will interpret art within a personal, contemporary, and historical context.
Prerequisite: none
Strand & Unit Title:
Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s):
Creating and Presenting
Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with
sensitivity to others.
Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing
Foundations
Uses and integrates the Catholic faith tradition, in the critical analysis
of the arts, media, technology and information systems to enhance
the quality of life.
Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve
problems.
Adopts a holistic approach to life by integrating learning from various
subject areas and experience.
Respects the environment and uses resources wisely.
http://www.eoccc.org/content/csfcs/cge/cge_list.html
Assessment and Evaluation:
Category Weightings
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking
Application
Communication
Weight
20%
20%
40%
20%
Final Summative
Assessments
Term Work
Course Culminating
Exam
Textbook/Course Resources:
Drawing Kit
Painting Kit
Replacement Cost:
$20
$20
Overall Weighting
70%
15%
15%
(provided by the teacher)
Learning Skills and Work Habits will also be assessed and reported on. For more information please refer to Growing Success pg. 11.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/policyfunding/growsuccess.pdf