COURSE SYLABUS
The Calligraphy course is designed to build on the fundamental skills in drawing,
painting and design along with learning various calligraphy styles. Students will explore
the use of various pen and ink techniques, along with looking into the history and use of
calligraphy.
The Printmaking course is designed to build on the fundamental skills of drawing, design
and color along with learning various printmaking techniques. Students will explore the
use of various drawing techniques that are relevant to each of the printmaking projects.
We will also look into the history and use of printmaking past and present.
Students will keep a portfolio of their assignments. This will be helpful in tracking their
growth and progress.
At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to:
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Demonstrate an understanding of the assignment by completion to the best of
their ability.
Understand the underlying principles involved in the projects through class
participation, discussions and critiques.
Develop and display a conscious use and respect for tools and materials.
Continue to develop growth in the sense of design.
Obtain the correct knowledge of safety procedures.
Procedure for evaluation:
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Projects
Exercise sheets
Quizzes
Class participation
Mid Term and Finals
Use of Rubric and Student Teacher Critique
Lessons are designed to meet the Pennsylvania Standards for the Arts and Humanities
9.1 Production
9.2 Historical and Cultural
9.3 Critical Responses
9.4 Aesthetic Responses
Anchors in Math 11.B2.1 and Reading 11A.1.2