STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 1.   Understand the terminology of visual arts.

 2.   Develop an appreciation of arts and their traditions within the context of a global perspective.

 3.   Acquire visual literacy and improve analytical critical thinking skills.

 4.   Demonstrate knowledge about various media and techniques, both traditional and contemporary.

 5.   Continue to enjoy visual arts.

 6.   Demonstrate the ability to select and apply contemporary forms of technology to solve problems or compile information.

 7.   Write and speak clearly and logically in presentations and essays.

 8.   Read, analyze, and apply written material to new situations.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      The Meaning of Art

         A.      Formal Visual Elements

         B.      Principles of Design

         C.      Art as Aesthetic

         D.      The function of art in society

         E.      Creativity and Style

 II.     Media

         A.      Two-dimensional Media

         B.      Three-dimensional Media

         C.      Design and Crafts

         D.      Camera, Electronic and Multi-media Processes

 III.    Historical and Contemporary Global Perspective

         A.      Prehistoric and Ancient Worlds to the Middle Ages (medieval)

         B.      The Renaissance and Baroque, Mannerism and Rococo Periods

         C.      The Modern World