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Grades: 9-12 Subject: Band Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
Students will: ● Learn basic
foundation/fundamentals on the their instrument
● Understand how to read and interpret music as a language
● Grasp basic music theory concepts
● Learn to be critical listeners
● Foster creativity
● Grow on an individual level and as an ensemble
● Learn balance and interpret relationships within various ensembles
Strategies for: ● Proper posture
● Correct embouchure
● Air productivity
● Music literacy
● Expression and
interpretation
● Knowing their role in an ensemble
● Understanding traditional music in Western music as well as Jewish traditional music
● Interpreting various styles
● Improvisation
Use of: ● Live demonstrations
● Myself ● Other professionals
● Method Books
● Tradition of Excellence volume 1&2
● Jazz Conception ● Internet
● Youtube.com ● The Breathing Gym
● Band festivals/ competitions
● Call & response
● Imitation
● Developed rehearsal
Use of: ● Playing tests
● Student driven lessons
● Written exams
● Solo performances
● Ensemble performances
● Participation
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Band Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
● Learn how music fits into various cultures and spans many traditions, and recall some historical associations with music
procedures
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Digital Music Creation Department: Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
Students will: ● Learn the basics of
GarageBand ● Learn basic musical
terminology and concepts ● Understand form in music
● Identify key centers
● Recognize tempo and
average BPM ● Expand their musical
understanding in order to create original music
● Use their knowledge to imitate popular songs
● Identify what MIDI is and why it is important
Strategies for: ● Educated listening
● Music analysis
● Knowing the functions of
different instruments and sounds
● Instrumentation ● Basic ear training
● Basic piano skills
● Basic music theory and
notation
● Recording various instruments
● Creating music using MIDI and audio files
Use of: ● Method books
● Demonstrating what is
asked of them ● Internet resources
Youtube Online lessons
● Group listening sessions
● Constructive suggestions
● Peer-to-peer critiques
● Field trip to studios
● Guest
speakers/professional clinics
Use of: ● Written quizzes
● Project-based
assignments ● Verbal confirmation of
skillset ● Combination of all skills
in diverse projects in various styles
● Student demonstrations
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Digital Music Creation Department: Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
● Create files
● Learn basic recording skills
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Filmmaking: Video Design and Production Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Be an effective producer
of video and audio content
● Understand and be able to enact the three areas of video production, and ultimately be able to create a film from beginning to end
● Develop storytelling
abilities, critical thinking, and communication skills
Strategies for: ● Hard production skills:
writing, storyboarding, filming, editing, visual effects.
● Soft production skills: brainstorming, conducting interviews, talent management, and communication of ideas to crew.
● Project management skills: time management, media management, and group dynamics.
Use of: ● Project-Based Learning:
curriculum is entirely project-based with student-led ideas for projects and authentic audiences built in for all projects.
● Hands-on approach with
students interacting with equipment and software directly from day one.
● Discussion-based
instruction where student opinions and ideas are explored and valued.
● No lecturing.
Use of: ● Use of ISTE and Adobe
Curricular criteria for evaluation.
● Evaluation of hard and soft production skills.
● Evaluation of projects based on art and aesthetic principles discussed and explored in class.
● Formative and
Summative evaluation of skills and project development.
● Participation and effort
evaluation.
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Digital Photography Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Learn how to
effectively use and care for camera, lenses, lights, and editing software
● Exposure to multiple
forms of photography and practice in various photographic techniques
● Develop critical
aesthetic skills to critique photographic work
Strategies for: ● Composition and
Exposure skills using a DSLR camera and manual settings
● Creative lighting skills using professional flash photography equipment
● Editing skills using Adobe Photoshop including portrait retouching, masks, blend modes, selections, and creative alteration
Use of: ● Project-Based Learning:
curriculum is entirely project-based with student-led ideas for projects and authentic audiences built in for all projects
● Hands-on approach
with students interacting with equipment and software directly from day one
● Discussion-based
instruction where student opinions and ideas are explored and valued
● No lecturing
Use of: ● ISTE and Adobe
Curricular criteria as well as art principles and elements for evaluation
● Focus on self-evaluation and reflection rather than teacher-led evaluation
● Evaluation of projects discussed and explored in class to promote a culture of learning
● Formative and
Summative evaluation of skills and project development
● Participation and effort
evaluation
Grade: 9-12 Subject: Yearbook Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division; Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Exploration and
proficiency of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign programs
● Exploration and development of design principles and techniques
● Successful completion of
a well-designed Upper School yearbook
● Familiarity with industry
standards in design and print
Strategies for: ● Critical writing skills in
developing content for the yearbook
● Computer-aided design skills using Adobe software
● Application of design principles, color theory, and art principles and elements in page layout
● Critical skill development
using review and reflection
Use of: ● Project-Based Learning:
curriculum is entirely project-based with student-led ideas for projects and authentic audiences built in for all projects
● Hands-on approach with
students interacting with equipment and software directly from day one
● Discussion-based
instruction where student opinions and ideas are explored and valued
● No lecturing
Use of: ● Focus on self-evaluation
and peer review of page designs
● Formative and Summative assessment of page development and design skills
● Critical feedback and supportive review sessions
● Participation and effort
evaluation
Grade: 9-12 Subject: Animation Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Explore and practice
multiple animation techniques
● Discuss and explore key
concepts and terms in animation
● Create several student-
led animation projects that demonstrate skill development
● Learn the basic history
of animation ● Develop a long-term
animation project
Strategies for: ● Practice drawing skills
in a digital program
● Advance storytelling skills through multiple projects
● Develop appreciation through viewing of many forms of animation
● Be familiar with key
concepts and terms in animation
● Develop project
management skills
Use of: ● Project-Based Learning:
curriculum is entirely project-based with student-led ideas for projects and authentic audiences built in for all projects
● Hands-on approach
with students interacting with equipment and software directly from day one
● Discussion-based
instruction where student opinions and ideas are explored and valued
● No lecturing
Use of: ● Focus on self-
evaluation and peer review of animations and drawings
● Formative and Summative assessment of software skill development and drawing skills
● Critical feedback and supportive review sessions.
● Participation and effort
evaluation
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Public Speaking Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
Students will: ● Learn and practice the
tools and skills of public speaking
● Learn conversational
techniques and tools for school and college interviews
● Learn facilitation
language and techniques for leading group discussions
● Learn and practice the
methods of “Nonviolent Communication” as taught by Marshall B. Rosenberg
Strategies for: ● Vocal sound production
● Speaking tempo (speed),
dynamics (volume), pitch (high and low) and rhythm (tools for emphasis)
● Preparing different types of speeches from “toasts” to “presentations”
● Understanding objective
and evaluative statements. ● Finding points of
disagreement and common ground in order to facilitate discussions
Use of: ● Video and recorded
examples of successful and less successful speakers
● Games and activities that
are teach speaking tools and techniques
● Live practice and
evaluation in front of the class
● Short introductions and
poems in our daily “Town Hall
● The creation of a five
minute “Ignite” presentation – including the use of PowerPoint software
Use of: ● Regular class
presentations ● Quizzes and tests
demonstrating knowledge and comprehension of the material
● Project videos, regularly
submitted online to the teacher
● Classroom participation
● Final “Ignite”
presentation http://www.ignitetalks.io/
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Public Speaking Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
● Text: “Nonviolent
Communication” by Marshall B. Rosenberg
Grade: 9 Subject: Odyssey Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
Students will: ● Identify and list the
characteristics of the major artistic periods in Western music from prehistoric to rock-n-roll
● Identify and list the
characteristics of the major artistic periods in Western art from Prehistoric to Modern
● Learn about the social,
political and cultural events that influenced the art and music of the time
Strategies for: ● This course is designed to
help the student to understand how music and the arts were affected, and in turn affected the culture in which they were created
● By the end of the course,
he or she should understand, and be basically conversant in the styles, seminal works, and great artists and musicians of each artistic era
● He or she should be able
to hear a piece, or see an artwork, and be able to recognize or deduce the era in which it was
Use of: ● Lectures and
presentations designed to help each student hear and see the similarities and differences between some of the great artistic works and the historic period in which they were created
● Art projects designed to
help the student understand more thoroughly what goes into the creation of a piece, and how style and technique change over time
● Videos, slide shows, and
listening sessions – followed by a conversation - are a large
Use of: ● Tests and quizzes on the
period being studied, along with continued reference to the eras and styles previously covered
● Art projects based on the
tools and techniques of the period being studied
● NB: Students are not
evaluated on their artistic skill. Rather, they are graded on their ability to demonstrate his or her understanding of the artistic rules and ideals of the period being studied
Grade: 9 Subject: Odyssey Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School
LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES
EVALUATION
created, and to give some historical information relevant to the era
part of this course
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Art History Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Understand the elements
and principles of art and apply understanding to historical works of art
● Develop skills in critical evaluation of artworks from all periods and cultures
● Communicate clearly in written examination of works of art
● Enhance reading comprehension skills
● Understand the cultural setting in which artworks were created
● Recognize art historical periods and the primary figures in each one
Strategies for: ● Analyzing artworks in
relation to one another
● Identifying stylistic tendencies used by artists
● Identifying different art periods and how they relate to one another
● Understanding the language of visual communication
● Incorporating knowledge of elements and principles into written evaluations of artwork
● Tracing the use of the human figure over the centuries
● Identifying how the manipulation of the
Use of: ● Lecture and examination
of the nature and purpose of artworks from any given tradition, culture and time period
● Watching relevant videos
● Class Discussion
● Reading essays aloud
● Reading expert analysis of art historical periods
● Using compare/contrast essays that span critical thinking levels
● Practice AP exams
● Compare meaning of artworks in relation to one another
Use of: ● Critiques
● Effort
● Participation
● Self- evaluation
● Quizzes
● Tests: multiple choice,
short answer, essay, image identification, compare/contrast
● Discussion
● Compare/contrast essays
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Art History Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
elements and principles of art contribute to the mood and message of various works of art
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Art Studio Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Understand the
elements and principles of art
● Use elements and principles in executing drawing projects
● Learn techniques for both line drawing and drawing requiring shading
● Create convincing 3-D space using perspective
● Visual communication and production of artist’s statements for advanced students
● Self-evaluation of skills and artistic goals
Strategies for: ● Composing well
organized compositions
● Ability to use various techniques in different media
● Use perspective to
create a realistic sense of depth
● Ability to deal with
varying degrees of light and dark using numerous techniques and media
● Draw from life in addition to using other forms of reference
● Visual Communication
Use of: ● Demonstration
● Provide examples
● Critique
● One-on-one project
evaluation and adaptation.
● Relating project work
back to the elements and principles of art.
● Contrasting and
comparing student work with examples of work from various artists.
Use of: ● Critiques
● Improvement shown
● Effort
● Participation
● Self-evaluation (level of
success in achieving specified goals)
● Quizzes where
appropriate
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Drawing Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Understand the elements
and principles of art
● Use elements and principles in executing painting projects
● Learn techniques for various media
● Build upon rendering skills
● Create convincing 3-D space using perspective and gradation of value
● Visual communication and creation of artist’s statements for advanced students
● Self-evaluation of skills and artistic goals
Strategies for:
• Composing well organized compositions
● Ability to use various techniques in different media
● Use perspective along
with shading to create a realistic sense of depth
● Ability to deal with
varying degrees of light and dark using numerous techniques and media
● Mixing of paints and understanding of color relationships
● Visual Communication
Use of: ● Demonstration
● Provide examples
● Critique
● One-on-one project
evaluation and adaptation.
● Relating project work
back to the elements and principles of art
● Contrasting and
comparing student work with examples of work from various artists
Use of: ● Critiques
● Improvement shown
● Effort
● Participation
● Self-evaluation (level of
success in achieving specified goals.
● Quizzes where
appropriate
Grades: 9-12 Subject: Painting Department: Performing and Visual Arts Division: Upper School LEARNING OBJECTIVES SKILLS INSTRUCTIONAL
TECHNIQUES EVALUATION
Students will: ● Understand the
elements and principles of art
● Use elements and principles in executing beginning art projects
● Learn techniques for various media
● Visual communication
● Self-evaluation of skills
and artistic goals
Strategies for: ● Composing well
organized compositions
● Ability to use various techniques in different media
● Mixing of paints and understanding basic color relationships
● Visual Communication
● Work with blending and
gradual changes of color and value
● Incorporate knowledge
of elements and principles into each project
Use of: ● Demonstration
● Provide examples
● Critique
● One-on-one project
evaluation and adaptation.
● Relating project work
back to the elements and principles of art
● Contrasting and
comparing student work with examples of work from various artists
Use of: ● Critiques
● Improvement shown
● Effort
● Participation
● Self-‐evaluation (level
of success in achieving specified goals)
● Quizzes where
appropriate