VA.68.C.3.1

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Incorporate accurate art vocabulary during the analysis process to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.
General Information
Subject Area: Visual Art
Grade: 68
Big Idea: Critical Thinking and Reflection
Enduring Understanding: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
0101010: M/J Two-Dimensional Studio Art 1 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0101040: M/J Three-Dimensional Studio Art 1 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0102040: M/J Creative Photography 1 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0103000: M/J Digital Art & Design 1 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0100060: M/J Introduction to Art History (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0101005: M/J Exploring Two-Dimensional Art (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0101035: M/J Exploring Three-Dimensional Art (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
0102055: M/J Creative Photography 2 and Career Planning (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2018 (course terminated))

Related Access Points

Alternate version of this benchmark for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
VA.68.C.3.In.a: Use accurate vocabulary to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.
VA.68.C.3.Pa.a: Recognize and respond to selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
VA.68.C.3.Su.a: Use selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.

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