Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

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Number: VA.68.H.1
Title: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).
Type: Enduring Understanding
Subject: Visual Art
Grade: 68
Big Idea: Historical and Global Connections

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Independent

VA.68.H.1.In.a
Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
VA.68.H.1.In.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.

Supported

VA.68.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
VA.68.H.1.Su.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.

Participatory

VA.68.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
VA.68.H.1.Pa.b
Practice a specified element of audience etiquette as part of an art audience.

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