design1syllabus

=Design 1 =
 * Design 1** is a visual arts course that focuses on learning the elements of art, design principles, and concepts, using the computer as the primary medium. As in any language, Art has its own Foundation. This class will teach you the basics of how to learn, create, appreciate and assess the world of visual imagery in which we live.

How does learning about Graphic Design change the way in which you view the world?
 * Essential Question:**


 * Content Standards**
 * The following is a list that describes what students should know or be able to do in Design by the end of the semester:**


 * Art History**
 * Experience a variety of other work to inform artistic decisions.
 * Respond to and analyze techniques and styles from artists of different time periods and cultures.
 * Creative Problem-Solving**
 * Describe and demonstrate knowledge of visual composition.
 * Identify and use the elements and principles of graphic design.
 * Use text and images to successfully communicate an idea, message, or story.
 * Describe and demonstrate the impact of color.
 * Understand, discuss and create designs for different purposes.
 * Technical Skills**
 * Explain and demonstrate quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
 * Demonstrate knowledge of the tools in the toolbox and work area in Adobe Photoshop 7.0 and use them appropriately to create successful designs.
 * Demonstrate knowledge of digitally printing a high quality image.
 * Reasoning/Thinking Skills**
 * Document and/or record evidence along the way, in an electronic portfolio.
 * Discuss and explain your work, using correct vocabulary in oral and written critiques.
 * Share work and ideas with others using a variety of tools for commuication.

The following describe skills students are expected to demonstrate to enhance the process of learning. 1. Students will use time wisely and productively. 2. Students will attend class on a regular basis. 3. Students will come to class on time, prepared, with necessary materials. 4. Students will provide constructive criticism when discussing artwork. 5. Students will keep organized portfolio. 6. Students will work effectively with others in small group settings. 7. Students will maintain a positive attitude and put forth their best possible effort.
 * Process Standards (Work Habits)**

**Visual Arts Grading System**
Everything we do in class contributes in some way to your overall grade.

All assignments/projects are based on meeting the standards or essential learning for the course and are graded on a 4 point scale. 4 is at the top, 1 is at the bottom. Specific criteria and rubrics are given to students for all major assignments, so they are clear how to be successful. When entered into the on-line grade book, the 4 point system is “translated” into the following 100 point scale:

3.5=94 2.5=87 1.5=79
 * Exceptional, Extraordinary Work (when merited) 4++=100**
 * Exceeds the Standard 4=97**
 * Meets the Standard 3=90**
 * Approaching the Standard 2=83**
 * Does Not Meet the Standard 1=76**

//**Assignments passed in one week after the due date will earn 70% of the assignment's grades. Assignments passed in more than two weeks after the due date will earn 50% of the assignment's grades.**// **Communication with the teacher is essential.**


 * This translation scale is borrowed and adapted from Robert Marzano.**

If you are sick and not in school the day an assignment is due, it is due the first day you return to school. Remember it is your responsibility to make arrangements with me, concerning what you missed when you were not in school. Under extraordinary circumstances, please contact me asap, so that together, we can make a plan to get caught up and turn in or modify missing work.
 * Make-up Policy**