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Philosophy &
Rational in Art Education, K-12
Education in the visual arts is
a basic part of a comprehensive education. By creating
visual art forms one is better able to express his/her
most intimate thoughts and feelings and can communicate
them to others. Image making gives rise to ideas,
invention and imagination. While making art, students
must deal with ambiguity, become flexible in their opinions
and learn to make judgments. Through viewing and
discussing the art work of great artists they learn about
larger human concerns and promote better understanding
among people. Making art and learning to understand
the art work of others extends their language, deepens
their thinking and makes them more complete human beings.
The art program involves the students, the teachers and
the parents. It extends into the school, the home
and community.
The elementary art program introduces
skills and experiences that build a foundation for art
expression, knowledge about art, art criticism and visual
literacy. The program capitalizes on students' enthusiasm
for discovery and inventiveness, and their need for development
of social and communication skills. An interdisciplinary
approach is emphasized in establishing awareness of art
and its place in our cultural heritage. At each
grade level, emphasis will be on certain areas of art
knowledge and skill learning. Students will be introduced
to and provided with the opportunity to experience a variety
of media, processes and art techniques. Study of
at least two great artists from various time periods and
cultures will be introduced at each grade level.
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Goals for Elementary
Art Education
The goals of art education in the
Boulder Valley School District assist students and follow
the Art Content Standards:
Art Content Standards
Standard 1: Communication
Students recognize and use the visual
arts as a form of communication.
Standard 2: Elements and
Principles
Students know and apply elements
of art, principles of design, and use sensory and expressive
features for visual arts
Standard 3: Materials
and Techniques
Students know and apply visual arts
materials, tools, techniques, processes and technology.
Standard 4: History and
Culture
Students relate the visual arts
to various historical and cultural traditions
Standard 5: Analysis
Students analyze and evaluate the
characteristics, merits, and meaning of works of art.
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