VA.2.C.1.1

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Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
General Information
Subject Area: Visual Art
Grade: 2
Big Idea: Critical Thinking and Reflection
Enduring Understanding: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
7701010: Art: K-5 (Specifically in versions: 2013 - 2015, 2015 - 2019 (course terminated))
5001030: Art - Grade 2 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2019, 2019 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
7701030: Access Art Grade 2 (Specifically in versions: 2018 - 2019, 2019 - 2023, 2023 and beyond (current))

Related Access Points

Alternate version of this benchmark for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
VA.2.C.1.In.a: Use various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
VA.2.C.1.Pa.a: Attend to various media or techniques used to create artwork.
VA.2.C.1.Su.a: Explore various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.

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