Stage 1 – Desired Results
Content Standard(s):
Ceramics- Moveable Marionette
Students will create a 3-D sculpture using the elements and principles of design.
Students will increase technical and critical thinking through an understanding of process, concept and
application.
Understanding (s)/goals
Students will understand that:
-Color theory knowledge and application are essential to
a complete 3-D sculpture
-Proper care and attention must be given to interlocking
pieces
-Weight balance and visual cohesion are important in
the creation of multi-part sculpture
Essential Question(s):
-How should pieces lock together for proper
movement?
-How does the weight balance?
-How is color going to affect/enhance my piece?
Student objectives (outcomes):
Students will be able to:
-Create a multi-component sculpture with proper balance and movement
-Create a complete glazing that enhances the sculpture
-Design an interlocking mechanism that allows for proper movement
Performance Task(s):
Stage 2 – Assessment Evidence
Other Evidence:
-Devise a way for multiple components to join
together, while allowing for movement
-Create a multi-component sculpture with
continuity/clarity
-Devise a unique glazing that strengthens the
visuals of the marionette
-Prior ceramic projects
-Prior glazing
-Basic color theory and knowledge
Stage 3 – Learning Plan
Learning Activities: Approximately 6 weeks
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday/Thursday:
Friday:
Week 1
Discussion of project,
with sample.
Week 1
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Week 2
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Week 3
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Week 4
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Week 5
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Week 5
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Minor grade on
sketched concept/
Beginning of
construction.
Week 2
Cont.
Minor grade on work
progress
Week 3
Cont.
Major grade on work
progress
Week 4
Cont.
Minor grade on work
progress
Week 5
Cont.
Major grade on work
progress
Week 6
Cont.
Week 6
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Week 6
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Minor grade on work
progress
Week 6
Completion of
Sculpture
Major grades given
1.Complexity/Concept
2.Construction
Major grades given
when completed
1.Glazing
2.Final joined
construction
DIFFERENTIATION (I-3)
How will I scaffold and/or accelerate learning? For whom? How will I group my students?
SCAFFOLD:
ACCELERATE:
GROUP: