In this course students will create three-dimensional articles using a variety of materials including metals.
| STANDARDS MET | CONTENT/SKILLS | SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | B | C | D | ||
| Performing and Creating | |||||
| 1-6 | 1-9 | a. Use and explore new and traditional materials, tools, techniques, and processes used in metalsmithing and jewelry. | • Design and complete an original jewelry project using several techniques. | ||
| 1-6 | 3,4, 7,8 | 1-3, 6 | 1-7 | b. Demonstrate the ability to express ideas through metalsmithing and jewelry projects. | • Research metalsmithing and jewelry production and occupational possibilities. |
| 1-7 | 3,4, 7,8 | 1-5 | 1,4 | c. Demonstrate the ability to discuss, review, and solve problems related to the creation of personal art work and the art work of others. | • Integrate several materials (e.g., feather, leather, glass, stones, bones, clay, fabrics, fiber, metals) and forms to create a jewelry piece. |
| History and Culture | |||||
| 4 | 1-8 | 1-3 | 1,5 | a. Explore similarities and differences in world cultural and ritual ornamentation. | • Research and study Alaska Native and other cultures and ritual ornamentation. |
| 4 | 1-9 | 1-5 | 2,5,7 | b. Identify the relationship between historical periods and cultures by viewing jewelry and metal works. | |
| Evaluation and Analysis | |||||
| 3,4 | 1,2 | a. Apply the principles of design to the planning, evaluation, and construction of jewelry and metal products. | • Design a project that shows a direct relationship to at least one culture other than the student’s own (e.g., Ancient Egyptian, Northwest Indian, trade beads, African lost wax casting, Chinese cloisonné). | ||
| 3-5, 8 | 4,5 | 1-7 | b. Respect the opinions of others concerning own artwork and the artwork of others. | ||
| 4 | 3,4, 7,8 | 1-5 | 1-7 | c. Express and support opinions about art forms, using appropriate vocabulary and a broad consideration of criteria. | |
| 4 | 1-8 | 1-5 | 2,3 5 | d. Communicate an understanding of a variety of styles and artistic expressions. | |
| 4 | 1-8 | 1,2 | e. Recognize craftsmanship, function, originality, technique, and design of several different pieces of metal work and jewelry. | ||
| Aesthetic Perception | |||||
| 1-9 | 1-5 | 1-7 | a. Identify and discuss the characteristics of a successful jewelry or metal piece. | • Discuss issues related to aesthetics, artists, values in art, and other related topics. | |
| 1-8 | 3-5 | 1-7 | b. Respect the opinions of others concerning artwork. | • Write personal definitions of art and beauty; find and share examples that support the definitions. | |
| 1-9 | 4 | 1-8 | c. Recognize that personal opinions are a reflection of past experiences and culture. | • Discuss the impact of cultural beliefs upon body adornment. | |
| • Discuss the impact of cultural beliefs on metalsmithing and jewelry. | |||||
*Prerequisite: Introduction to Art or instructor’s approval
ASSESSMENTS
- Concept assimilation and demonstration
- Creativity
- Participation in class
- Portfolio
- Rubric
- Safety habits
- Skill growth and manipulatives
- Time on task
- Working to assignment parameter