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Beaverton School District
Beaverton School District

Beaverton Schools

6-8 Grade Visual Arts Learning Targets

Fine Arts, MS Visual Arts

(CPP) ALT 1 - Technical Skills

I can create, present and perform works of art.

AST 1.1 - Elements and Principles of Design  :  I can select and combine the elements and principles of design to achieve a desired effect when creating works of art.

AST 1.2 - Demonstrate Knowledge-Understanding  :  I can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the elements & principles of design.

AST 1.3 - Demonstrate Personal Growth  :  I can demonstrate personal growth in art through technical skill development.

AST 1.4 - Use Art Materials  :  I can use art materials, tools and spaces responsibly and effectively.

(CPP) ALT 2 - Creative Process

I can apply ideas, techniques and problem solving to the creative process and analyze the influence that choices have on the result.

AST 2.1 - Describe the Creative Process  :  I can describe the creative process used, and explain the effects of the choices made, when combining ideas, techniques, and problem solving to produce a work of art.

AST 2.2 - Document and Explain  :  I can document and explain the steps involved in the creative process when producing a work of art.

(CPP) ALT 3 - Artistic Voice

I can express ideas, moods and feelings through the arts.

AST 3.1 - Create a Work of Art  :  I can create a work of art by applying the elements and principles of design to express an intended idea, mood or feeling.

(CPP) ALT 4 - Critique, Self Evaluation

I can evaluate one’s own work orally and in writing.

AST 4.1 - Evaluate Artistic Choices  :  I can evaluate the artistic choices made in creating one’s own work of art and the impact on the aesthetic effect, orally and in writing.

(AC) ALT 5 - Critical Analysis

I can apply critical analysis to works of art.

AST 5.1 - Describe Works of Art  :  I can use knowledge of the elements and principles of design and aesthetic criteria to describe works of art and identify how the elements and principles contribute to the aesthetic effect.

AST 5.2 - Art Vocabulary  :  I can demonstrate understanding of art vocabulary and use it to describe, interpret and analyze a work of art.

(AC) ALT 6 - Personal Evaluation

I can respond to works of art and give reasons for preferences.

AST 6.1 - Personal Preferences for Works of Art  :  I can describe personal preferences for works of art, and identify how the elements and principles contribute to the aesthetic effect.

AST 6.2 - Support Opinion of Aesthetic  :  I can support opinion of aesthetic preferences by using appropriate art vocabulary that conveys knowledge of art.

(AC) ALT 7 - Interdisciplinary Relationship

I can understand the interrelationships among art forms and between arts and other content areas.

AST 7.1 - Integrated Work of Art  :  I can explain the distinctive ways the elements and principles from various arts are used in an integrated work of art and identify their impact on that work.

AST 7.2 - Different Content Areas Integrated  :  I can explain how different content areas are integrated and contribute to the overall aesthetic quality of a work of art.

AST 7.3 - Similarities Differences Art Vocabulary  :  I can explain how different content areas are integrated and contribute to the overall aesthetic quality of a work of art.

(HCP) ALT 8 - Context

I can identify and describe the influence of events and conditions on works of art.

AST 8.1 - Arts from Different Time Periods  :  I can demonstrate an understanding of the arts from different time periods, places and perspectives and how artists, society and history have influenced art.

(HCP) ALT 9 - Compare and Contrast

I can distinguish works of art from different societies, time periods and cultures.

AST 9.1 - Works of Art from Different Societies  :  I can identify and relate works of art from different societies, time periods and cultures, emphasizing their common and unique characteristics.

AST 9.2 - Historical Cultural Knowledge  :  I can apply knowledge of art in a variety of contexts by identifying similarities and differences.

(HCP) ALT 10 - Personal Interpretation

I can understand how the arts can reflect the environment and personal experiences within a society or culture, and apply to one’s own work.

AST 10.1 - Works of Art from Around the World  :  I can explain how works of art from around the world reflect the artist’s environment, society and cultures.

AST 10.2 - Apply Historical Cultural Knowledge  :  I can apply historical and cultural knowledge to one’s own art work and explain using relevant art vocabulary.

(HCP) ALT 11 - Global Interdisciplinary Connection

I can understand how the arts can reflect the environment and personal experiences within a society or culture, and apply to one’s own work.

AST 11.1 - Arts Serve Variety of Purposes  :  I can explain how the arts serve a variety of purposes, needs and values in different communities and cultures.

AST 11.2 - Make Connections Among the Arts  :  I can make connections among the arts, career opportunities and quality of life in the context of personal, practical, community and cultural needs.

AST 11.3 - Art Forms Connected Culture  :  I can explain how art forms are connected within a culture and a time period.

(HCP) ALT 12 - Influence Human Exp-Tech Development

I can describe how the arts can influence individuals, communities and cultures.

AST 12.1 - Influence of Arts on Individuals  :  I can explain how art forms are connected within a culture and a time period.

AST 12.2 - Influence of Arts on Human Behavior  :  I can explain the influence of the arts on human behavior, technological advancements, community life and cultural traditions.