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Unit 1 Agents of change | This unit centres on three-dimensional visual language and introduces students to the artist and ocean advocate Courtney Mattison. Through exploring this artist’s work, students learn how to manipulate and join clay, as well as how to create balanced compositions in three-dimensions. We also discuss why and how the work is important and the wider context of global citizenship. Key knowledge developed:
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Assessment: Learning is assessed formatively at Weeks 5 and 10 of the 12-week unit against an established checklist of criteria. A baseline assessment of dexterity and fine motor skill is conducted early in the unit to facilitate planning and support. Assessment is this unit is designed to support progress and build confidence for all students, regardless of their fine motor skills or prior knowledge. |
Unit 2 2D skill building through still life | This unit expands students' skillset in two-dimensional visual language and introduces students to a wide range of technique and process. They work through a broad set of media and have the opportunity to widen their experience of oil pastel, chalk pastel, colour pencil, watercolour and pen, and wash and acrylic painting. Key knowledge developed:
Key skills developed:
Assessment: Learning is assessed formatively at Weeks 5 and 10 of the 12-week unit against an established checklist of criteria. A baseline assessment of dexterity and fine motor skill is conducted early in the unit to facilitate planning and support. Assessment is this unit is designed to support progress and build confidence for all students, regardless of their fine motor skills or prior knowledge. |