Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
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Using media
Imagining and implementing images
Elaborating on an idea or theme
Applying the elements of art and the principles of design
Art as a means of communication and persuasion
Interpreting the environment
Visual arts purpose and function in history and cultures
Contributions of visual arts in various cultures
Purposes for creating works of art
Identifying connections, and similarities and differences
The impact of technology on the arts
Art as a vocation and avocation
Strands: Perceiving, Producing, Knowing, Communicating, Evaluating, Connecting
EC
Top
10
NCSCOS
Standard and Objective
Priority
Key
(E,I,N,M) Academic
Pacing
Vocabulary
Imagination
Creativity
Image
Perceive
Vision
Style
COMPETENCY GOAL 1: The learner
will develop critical and creative
thinking skills and perceptual
awareness necessary for
understanding and producing art.
Objectives:
1.01 Plan and organize for creating art.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
E
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
Creative Art
Process
Essential Questions
What facts, concepts,
skills need to be learned
Instructional /
Learning
Resources and
Activities
(Differentiation)
Integration with
Other
Curriculum
Areas
(Differentiation)
Internet/Technology
Videos
Prints
Slides
Text
Media
Speakers
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Assessment
(Differentiation)
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
1.02 Explore strategies for imagining and
implementing images.
Originality
Science
I
Evaluation of end
product
Point of View
Reflection
1.03 Recognize in a world of imagination
there is no right or wrong, but some
solutions are better than others.
Perception
E
1.04 Recognize and identify ideas that
artists get from a variety of sources.
I
1.05 Understand that ideas evolve over
time.
N
1.06 Develop perceptual awareness
through the use of all senses.
I
COMPETENCY GOAL 2: The learner
will develop skills necessary for
understanding and applying media,
techniques, and processes. (National
Standard 1)
Objectives:
2.01 Recognize the unique properties of
various media.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
E
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
Medium
Method
Media
Process
Techniques
Variety
Stippling
Shading
Modeling
Glaze
Carving
Various Media
Text
Tools
Videos
Internet/Technology
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
2.02 Explore and identify the use of a
variety of materials using proper
vocabulary and terminology.
I
Casting
Blending
Assembly
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
2.03 Differentiate among techniques and
processes for working with each material.
N
2.04 Discover the expressive potential of
various media and techniques.
N
2.05 Use art materials and tools in a safe
and responsible manner.
I
COMPETENCY GOAL 3: The learner
will organize the components of a work
into a cohesive whole through
knowledge of organizational principles
of design and art elements. (National
Standard 2 )
Objectives:
3.01 Recognize and discuss the elements
and principles found in the environment.
3.02 Recognize and discuss the elements
and principles of design in an aesthetic
composition.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
E
E
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
Shape
Form
Space
Color
Line
Texture
Balance
Emphasis
Unity
Harmony
Movement
Rhythm
Variety
Design
Value
Texts
Videos
Prints
Slides
Internet/Technology
Student/Teacher
Examples
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
3.03 Recognize and discuss how diverse
solutions are preferable to predetermined
visual solutions.
3.04 Recognize and discuss the value of
intuitive perceptions in the problemsolving process.
3.05 Recognize and discuss how artists
use the elements and principles of design
to impact the environment.
N
N
N
Aesthetic
Content
Composition
Inspiration
Style
Cityscape
COMPETENCY GOAL 4: The learner
will choose and evaluate a range of
subject matter and ideas to
communicate intended meaning in
artworks. (National Standard 3)
Objectives:
4.01 Recognize and discuss art as a
means of communication and persuasion.
4.02 Understand the use of life
surroundings and personal experiences
are used to express ideas and feelings
visually.
N
E
Creative Art
Process
Environment
Landscape
Point of View
Videos
Slides
Prints
Internet/Technology
Texts
Various Media
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
Realistic
Self-Portrait
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
4.03 Interpret the environment with
realistic imagery.
N
4.04 Convey meaning through original
imagery that does not rely on copying,
tracing, patterns or duplicated materials.
4.05 Recognize and discuss the personal
imagery and style of various artists.
I
N
COMPETENCY GOAL 5: The learner
will understand the visual arts in
relation to history and cultures.
(National Standard 4)
Objectives:
5.01 Demonstrate an understanding that
the visual arts have a history, purpose and
function in all cultures.
5.02 Identify specific works of art as
belonging to a particular culture, time and
place.
5.03 Discover relationships of works of art
to one another in terms of history,
aesthetics, and cultural/ethnic groups.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
E
N
N
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
Culture
Diverse
Ethnic
Community
Style
Theme
Utilitarian
Totem
Symbol
PreColumbian
Mural
Mask
Middle-Ages
Folk Art
Batik
Text
Videos
Slides
Prints
Internet/Technology
Staff
Guest Speakers
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Oral Communication
Reflection
Rubrics
Test
Assessment of EndProduct
Critique of
Student/Other’s Work
Participation
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
5.04 Recognize and discuss the existence
of art movements, periods, and styles.
N
5.05 Recognize and discuss the existence
of universal theme in art throughout
history.
N
5.06 Recognize and discuss the aesthetic
diversity of various cultures.
N
COMPETENCY GOAL 6: The learner
will reflect upon and assess the
characteristics and merits of their work
and the work of others. (National
Standard 5)
Objectives:
6.01 Describe various purposes for
creating works of visual art.
I
6.02 Describe how people's experiences
influence the development of specific
artworks.
N
Create
Goal
Impact
Objective
Communicate
Mood
Environment
Expression
Originality
Evaluation
Point of View
Critique
Text
Videos
Prints
Slides
Internet/Technology
Peers
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
6.03 Acknowledge and discuss how
other's work and ideas are unique
expression of themselves.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
N
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
6.04 Acknowledge and explain how
unsuccessful efforts can be a constructive
part of growth in the creative process.
6.05 Critique artwork through the use of:
proper vocabulary, art elements and
design principles, meaning, feeling, mood
and ideas, oral and written expression.
I
N
COMPETENCY GOAL 7: The learner
will perceive connections between
visual arts and other disciplines.
(National Standard 6)
Objectives:
7.01 Identify connections, similarities and
differences between the visual arts and
other disciplines.
7.02 Identify ways the art elements and
design principles interrelate with other arts
disciplines.
7.03 Identify characteristics of visual arts
within a particular historical period or style
with ideas, issues or themes in other
disciplines.
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
E
N
N
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
Relate
Environment
Predict
Technology
Interact
Tradition
Symbol
Theme
Tessellations
Symmetrical
Asymmetrical
Experiment
Proportion
Rhythm
Scale
Pixel
Geometric
Videos
Slides
Prints
Text
Internet/Technology
Core Curriculum
Staff
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007
Iredell-Statesville Schools Instructional Guides
VISUAL ARTS - Grade 6
7.04 Identify how various technology
affects visual arts and other disciplines.
N
COMPETENCY GOAL 8: The learner
will develop an awareness of art as an
avocation and profession.
Objectives:
8.01 Develop and discuss an awareness
of art as an avocation.
8.02 Develop and discuss an awareness
of art as a profession.
I
E
Professional
Commission
Contract
Instruct
Avocation
Vocation
Blueprint
Architect
Art Historian
Speakers
Videos
Text
Slides
Prints
Internet/Technology
Language Arts
Writing
History
Music
Dance
Computer
Physical Education
Reading
Math
Drama
Science
Observation
Portfolio
Rubrics
Participation
Verbal
Communication
Critique
Test
Evaluation of end
product
Reflection
Priority Code:
Resources Code:
E – Essential
N – Nice to Know
TB – Textbook
I – Important
M – Maintenance
RR – Resource Room
EC#: Essential Curriculum (1 to 10 KEY Concepts Identified in PLC each semester)
A – 1st Semester
B – 2nd Semester
Updated: 06/2007