Course Syllabus

Concepts/Themes

Standards

Approximate Time Frame

Handbuilding:
Pinch method
with texture.

1.2 Student develops arts skills and techniques.

I can make a work of art from clay using the pinch forming method.

I can use my hands as tools to pinch and press the clay to form a vessel or sculpture.

I can apply glazes in an organized way using color theory based on the color wheel.

 3-4 weeks

Handbuilding: 
Coil method
with texture.

3.2 Student uses the arts to communicate
      for a specific purpose.

I can make a work of art using the coil method
of construction.

I can decorate my form using textural decorative methods.

 3-4 weeks

Handbuilding: 
Slab method
with texture.

2.1 Student applies a creative process
      to visual art.

I can make a work of art using clay using the slab method of construction.

I can score and slip to join two pieces of clay.
I can decorate my form using texture.

 3-4 weeks

Handbuilding: 
3-D sculpture
non-utilitarian or combine it with utilitarian properties.

3.1 Student uses the arts to express feelings
      and present ideas.

I can apply the creative process to design and produce a 3D project that communicates an idea or emotion with clay.

 2 weeks

Wheel throwing

1.2 Student develops arts skills and techniques.

I can center clay on the pottery wheel and throw
a cylinder, then trim the base when leather hard.

1-2 days  Ongoing

Critiques & Assessments

3.3 Student can develop personal aesthetic
      criteria to communicate artistic choices.
I can reflect upon and assess the characteristics and merits of ceramics of others and myself.

Ongoing

Ceramic Vocabulary, Elements of Art, Principles of Design

1.1  Student understands and applies arts concepts and vocabulary.

I can communicate using ceramics terms and vocab and can apply Elements of Art and Principles of Design.

Ongoing

Art History/cultures

1.3 Student understands & applies arts genres & styles of various artists, cultures, and times.

I can understand ceramic work in relation to history and cultures, and as it relates to specific projects.

Ongoing

Participation in Art Expo, or Shoreline Arts Festival, or display in school showcase.

2.2 Student applies a presentation process
      to visual art.

I can create a ceramic project for display in an
art show.

Ongoing

Assessments:

2.3 Student applies a responding process to visual art.

Midterm and Final Exams and individual assessments for each assignment.
These assessments are rubric based and will include self-reflection of your work.

Assessments: (List major assessments and assignments – not exhaustive, but the primary pieces used as the basis of the course)

Inspiration Questions

Pinch Project Evaluation

Color Wheel

Museum/Gallery Visit

Coil Project Evaluation

Mid-term Test
Scholastic Reading Assignment

Slab Project Evaluation

Building Methods Combination Project Evaluation
Wheel Throwing

Choice of Exploration Project Evaluation

Final Exam & Studio Clean-up

Grading:

You will be assessed on three main components: participation, process and product.

Participation includes being on-time and never skipping class, listening and participating in small group and whole class discussions and critiques, following classroom rules, and caring for the condition of the “studio” and its contents, and working the entire class period,
Participation is worth 20% of your grade.

Process reflects your involvement in the act of making art. It also includes things like: taking notes, sketching ideas, focusing on assignment details, striving for quality and implementing suggestions from the instructor. This component is worth 40% of your grade.

Product is your finished work of art. Your work will receive points for containing specific criteria outlined before each assignment. Your work will not be judged against peer work.
The finished product is 40% of your grade.

The lowest percentage possible on an assignment not meeting standard or missing will be 25%.

To be  successful,  Stormray… RIDES the Waves!

Be

Respectful 

Have 

Integrity

Be

Determined

Be 

Engaged 

Be

Safe 

Expected 

Classroom 

Behaviors 

1. Ask permission to use the teacher's class materials. 

2. Use class materials appropriately.

3.               Use appropriate language and voice level.

4.               Be considerate of others’ ideas and opinions.

5.               Turn off/silence electronics during class.

6.               Speak one at a time.

1. Do your own work.

2. Always try your best and advocate when you need help.

3. Help each other when needed.

4. Extend courtesy to guests and to one another.

1. Persevere through work completion both in class and at home.

2. Ask questions and get help when needed.

3. Strive to grow and learn something every day.

4. Set personal learning goals and celebrate when you reach them!

1. Be in your seats, waiting for instruction when the bell rings.  

2. Come with materials out, start warm-ups or entry activities. 

3. Have your homework ready and finished.

4. Participate actively in the learning

5. Unless you have teacher permission, keep electronics off and out of sight.  

1. Keep hands, feet, and objects to self.

2. Sign-out when leaving the classroom.

3. Use a hall pass.

4. Report any problems you see to your teacher or other SW staff. 

5. Sit at desk and in chair in the proper way.

6. Keep your work area uncluttered and safe.

Hall Pass

No one is allowed to leave class without asking the teacher first and signing out. You must stay on the first floor. You may only leave class once per pd.

       Turning in assignments

Project evaluations and written work is turned-in on tech cart or sometimes on-line. Clay work gets placed on specific shelves in the kiln room for firing.

Obtaining materials

You will help yourself to clay and tools that must always be cleaned before returning them to proper containers.

Be positive and brave to try new things.
Always put forth your best effort!

Your effort is worth as much toward your grade
as your finished artwork!