Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

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Number: VA.912.O.3
Title: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.
Type: Enduring Understanding
Subject: Visual Art
Grade: 912
Big Idea: Organizational Structure

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Independent

VA.912.O.3.In.a
Use vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.

Supported

VA.912.O.3.Su.b
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.

Participatory

VA.912.O.3.Pa.c
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, or symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas in artworks.

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Creating Small Murals with Civic Themes: Day 3:

In groups, students will begin painting their mural which has a clearly defined message and topic on civic participation. They will be expected to provide evidence for their message and employ art and design principles to show depth in the mural. This is Lesson 3 in a 3-part unit integrating civics and art.  

 

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Symbolic Gateways in Clay:

Inspired by monumental artworks from around the world and across time, students will combine a variety of clay hand-building techniques including modeling, slab-construction, incising, and relief for this open-ended creative problem. Students will symbolize meaningful experiences from their lives or dreams for their future. This lesson is appropriate for Middle or High School students and can be modified for students with exceptional needs. 

 

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