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Create an independent study proposal
Assessment Strategies
Written product
Criteria
Proposal includes a summary of goals and overall intent for the semester
Use the writing process (first draft, review, edit, final draft)
Speak or write to the instructor to confirm projects and goals
Proposal includes a plan with goals, organized thoughts, and intentions
Proposal goals are measurable and obtainable within the context of the course
Proposal goals include elements of research and technique development
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Implement historical references and research findings
Assessment Strategies
Physical work project, written report
Criteria
Report references a historical topic of interest, such as an artist or art piece
Report content aligns with your focus of study
Report is logically organized
Report is at least two pages
Physical work project correlates to references chosen
Physical work is critiqued
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Create an artist statement
Assessment Strategies
Written product-reflection
Criteria
Statement includes a description of your work such as materials, techniques, and forms
Statement includes core ideas and/or questions you are exploring
Statement explains your process or unique methods
Statement includes any artistic, historical, or personal influences that are relevant to your work
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Deliver a midterm review (critique)
Assessment Strategies
Oral presentation
Criteria
Present the facts: your name, the title of the work, the year it was created, and its medium
Describe the subject matter
Describe the physical characteristics
Describe the primary colors, shapes, and textures present
Analyze your use of line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space
Analyze your use of design principles
Explain the core concepts you explored
Describe any symbolism within the work
Judge your work
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Maintain a sketch book
Assessment Strategies
Written product-sketch book
Criteria
Sketch book includes drawings, notes, collections, and/or information related to your goals in the class
Share sketches that relate to instructor guidelines
Shared sketches align with your level of sharing comfort
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Deliver a final review (critique)
Assessment Strategies
Finished work, oral presentation
Criteria
Finished work is displayed in a professional style
Finished work is a “showcase” of your independent study
Presentation is 10-15 minutes
Presentation summarizes the intentions, findings, and outcomes of your independent study
Presentation connects your semester goals to the finished work
Presentation describes your technical skill, creative process, and timeliness in completion of your finished work
Judge your work
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Develop critical thinking skills
Assessment Strategies
Written product, verbal
Criteria
Offer constructive critiques (feedback) of your own work and the work of classmates
Comment on aspects that are working well and things that can be improved
Evaluate using guidelines specified by the instructor
Make decisions about project quality
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Develop effective workplace habits
Assessment Strategies
Skill demonstration
Criteria
Describe the role of punctuality and attendance in workplace interactions
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines
Take initiative to complete tasks and support work goal
Prioritize tasks to align with work team and/or organizational goals