Classroom and Course Expectations High School Art
High School Course
Description
Art 1-4 Studio
A discipline based course
which is two semesters in duration, and deals with the elements
of art and principles of design. Students create in a studio
setting where individual and collaborative work is encouraged.
The course begins with basic drawing and alternates with
painting, ceramics, sculpture, and craft. This course also
introduces at varying degrees: art criticism through individual
and group critique formats; aesthetic inquiry through class
“question-question” discussions and problem solving; and art
appreciation through art historical research and writing.
Homework Policy
Students will be required to
turn in one sketch book assignment at the beginning of
the first class of the week. This drawing shall be done outside
of class and shall reflect at least one hour of work. The
subject matter of these sketches will be determined by an
assignment sheet that reflects current class drawings. Late
drawings will not be accepted.
Each drawing is worth 20
points.
Attendance Policy
It is important for students
to be present for each and every class. Please try to schedule
doctor/dentist appointments before or after school. It is very
difficult for a student to remain in a positive frame of mind
when there is an overabundance of work to make up.
Grading Guidelines
Grades for this course will be determined by. . .
- Sketchbook homework=30%
- Process folio * =50%
- Work Ethic** =20%
* Students will get feedback on their work in the
form of peer critiques, peer rubrics, learning logs, checklists,
gallery walks, questionnaires and peer observation, feedback by
adults outside of class, teacher observation, and trial and
error results.
** Students may not opt out of an activity they
don’t like. This means that although there may be a choice in
the types of art-making available, one choice not available is
inactivity.
Students may obtain their grades through the
issuing of Friday grade reports, progress reports and report
cards.
Assistance
I will be available for assistance by
appointment. I can
be contacted via e-mail: dwoolman@manistee.org
*Process folio
A simple “process folio” will be kept by each
student. This will consist of a drawer that is filled with
artifacts, work samples, learning logs, interviews, and peer
feedback. This will create a better, more accountable link between
what work activities are required and what’s being produced. I will
allow students time to browse their portfolio, reflect on progress,
and reset goals. You will be graded on the art process as well as
the art product.
Behavior Guidelines
All students are expected to
demonstrate proper citizenship as indicated in the student
handbook. The RTC procedure will be used. The items listed
here are specific to this class and teacher.
1. Begin working upon
entering the classroom. Never ask to leave the room until after
attendance has been taken.
2. Be respectful of art
supplies and equipment.
3. Show respect for others
by speaking politely to them.
4. No loud or excessive
noise/talking or calling across the room.
5. Clean up after yourself
and do your general cleanup on your assigned day.
6. Stay in your seat until
after the bell rings and I dismiss you.
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