Grade Range: 9, 10
Credit Equivalency:
Semester: 0.5 Credits
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Exploring Art introduces students to a variety of artistic media, techniques, and processes. Students will also be introduced to historical and traditional art forms, as well as contemporary and nontraditional approaches to making art. Students will create two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and digital artworks. Project-based activities and hands-on lessons allow students to refine their skills and apply knowledge in meaningful ways. Students are encouraged to develop a personal connection to their artworks, reflect on how the arts fit into their daily lives, and investigate the impact that the arts have on the global community. Exploring Art is designed for any student who loves to experiment and enjoys learning through creating and application. This course is meant to build a strong foundation in the visual arts and to prepare students for more specific and rigorous studies of art in the future.
TEACHER SERVICES
All course teachers are certified, subject-area content experts. The teacher will grade student assessments and provide detailed feedback. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The teacher will carry out documented modifications and accommodations that are applicable to the online course. Progress monitoring and supplemental material will be provided by the teacher as needed.
AUTO-GRADED COURSE
Auto-graded courses are self-paced, multimodal, and standards-aligned. Students progress independently and are assessed frequently through weekly checkpoints and Mastery Assessments. Upon submission of assessments, students receive immediate answers and feedback and can mark the completion of work via a completion button in the learning management system. These courses allow students to work at their own pace and spend the necessary time on course content to ensure mastery.