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: Media Arts Grade 11 Media Arts ASM3M Course Description: This course focuses on the development of media arts skills through the production of art works involving traditional and emerging technologies, tools, and techniques such as new media, computer animation, and web environments. Students will explore the evolution of media arts as an extension of traditional art forms, use the creative process to produce effective media art works, and critically analyse the unique characteristics of this art form. Students will examine the role of media artists in shaping audience perceptions of identity, culture, and values. Strand & Unit Title: Creating and Presenting Reflecting, Responding, and Analysing Foundations Corresponding Catholic Graduate Expectation(s): http://www.eoccc.org/content/csfcs/cge/cge_list.html Develops attitudes and values founded on Catholic social teaching and acts to promote social responsibility, human solidarity and the common good Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively Presents information and ideas clearly and honestly and with sensitivity to others Thinks reflectively and creatively to evaluate situations and solve problems Works effectively as an interdependent team member Thinks critically about the meaning and purpose of work Assessment and Evaluation: Category Weightings Knowledge/Understanding Thinking Application Communication Weight 20% 20% 40% 20% Final Summative Assessments Term Work Course Culminating/Exam Overall Weighting 70% 30% Textbook/Course Resources: Replacement Cost: 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