Visual Art Standards

Grade: K

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.C.1.1Create and share personal works of art with others.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.C.1.In.a
Create personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.1.Pa.a
Attend to images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.1.Su.a
Explore images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.C.2.1Describe personal choices made in the creation of artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.C.2.In.a
Create personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.2.Pa.a
Attend to images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.2.Su.a
Explore images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.2.2Identify media used by self or peers.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.C.2.In.a
Create personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.2.Pa.a
Attend to images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.C.2.Su.a
Explore images and media for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.S.1.1Explore art processes and media to produce artworks.

Remarks:
e.g., stamp, glue, form, tear, cut, fold; chalk, crayon, marker, pencil, watercolor, tempera, fingerpaint
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.1.In.a
Recognize basic art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.1.Pa.a
Attend to basic art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.1.Su.a
Explore basic art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.1.2Produce artwork influenced by personal decisions and ideas.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.1.In.b
Create artwork that communicates awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.1.Pa.b
Attend to images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.1.Su.b
Explore ideas and images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.S.2.1Develop artistic skills through the repeated use of tools, processes, and media. e.g., media-specific techniques, eye-hand coordination, fine-motor skills
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.2.In.a
Recognize basic art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.2.Su.a
Explore basic art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.2.Pa.a
Attend to basic art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.S.3.1Develop skills and techniques to create with two- and/or three- dimensional media.

Remarks:
e.g., media-specific techniques, eye-hand coordination, fine-motor skills
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.3.In.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.2Practice skills to develop craftsmanship.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.3.In.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.3Handle art tools and media safely in the art room.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.3.In.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.4Identify artwork that belongs to others and represents their ideas.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.S.3.In.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.S.3.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.O.1.1Explore the placement of the structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.O.1.In.a
Explore basic structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.1.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.1.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.O.2.1Generate ideas and images for artworks based on memory, imagination, and experiences.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.O.2.In.a
Generate ideas and images for artwork that communicate awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.2.Pa.a
Attend to images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.2.Su.a
Explore ideas and images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.O.3.1Create works of art to document experiences of self and community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.O.3.In.a
Recognize and use structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.3.Pa.a
Attend to basic structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.O.3.Su.a
Explore basic structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.H.1.1Describe art from selected cultures and places.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.1.In.a
Respond to visual art from selected cultures and places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.Pa.a
Attend to visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.Su.a
Explore visual art from selected cultures and places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.2Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.1.Pa.a
Attend to visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.Su.b
Attend respectfully to artwork of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.In.b
Demonstrate awareness of appropriate audience etiquette.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.3Explain how art-making can help people express ideas and feelings.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.1.Pa.a
Attend to visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.Su.c
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.1.In.c
Respond to a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.H.2.1Compare selected artworks from various cultures to find differences and similarities.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.2.In.a
Respond to the visual art of diverse cultures and historical periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Pa.a
Attend to visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Su.a
Explore the visual art of diverse cultures and historical periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.2Explore everyday objects that have been designed and created by artists.

Remarks:
e.g., artwork, utilitarian objects
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.2.In.b
Explore visual art in common activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Pa.b
Attend to a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Su.b
Attend to visual art in common activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.3Describe where artwork is displayed in school or other places.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.2.In.b
Explore visual art in common activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Pa.b
Attend to a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.2.Su.b
Attend to visual art in common activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.H.3.1Express ideas related to non-art content areas through personal artworks.

Remarks:
e.g., based on classroom learning activities: a story, thematic unit, important people, geometric shapes, animal characteristics
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.H.3.In.a
Explore different representations of familiar themes in visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.3.Pa.a
Attend to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.H.3.Su.a
Respond to visual art representations of familiar themes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.F.1.1Experiment with art media for personal satisfaction and perceptual awareness.
VA.K.F.1.2Identify real and imaginary subject matter in works of art.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.F.2.1Describe where art ideas or products can be found in stores.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.F.2.In.a
Recognize visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.F.2.Pa.a
Attend to sensory stimulation related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.F.2.Su.a
Attend to visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.K.F.3.1Create artwork that communicates an awareness of self as part of the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.K.F.3.In.a
Use a variety of visual art media to create artwork that communicates awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.F.3.Pa.a
Attend to a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.K.F.3.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 1

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.C.1.1Create and discuss works of art that convey personal interests.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.1.In.a
Create visual imagery and symbols to convey personal interests.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.1.Pa.a
Attend to visual or tactile imagery and symbols that convey personal interest.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.1.Su.a
Explore visual imagery and symbols that convey personal interest.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/09
VA.1.C.1.2Gather clues to help interpret and reflect on works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.1.In.b
Create visual or tactile imagery and symbols to convey personal interests.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.1.Su.b
Explore visual or tactile imagery and symbols that convey personal interest.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.1.Pa.b
Attend to visual or tactile imagery and symbols that convey personal interest.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.C.2.1Describe visual imagery used to complete artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.2.In.a
Create visual imagery and symbols to complete artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.2.Pa.a
Attend to visual or tactile imagery and symbols in artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.2.Su.a
Explore visual imagery and symbols in artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.2.2Use various media or techniques to learn how changes affect the completed artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.2.In.b
Use various media or techniques to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.2.Pa.b
Attend to various media or techniques used to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.2.Su.b
Explore various media or techniques used to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.C.3.1Identify vocabulary that is used in both visual art and other contexts.

Remarks:
e.g., pattern: art, math, science; texture: art, science; main idea: art, music, language arts; shape: art, math, science
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.3.In.a
Recognize selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.3.Pa.a
Attend to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.3.Su.a
Respond to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.3.2Distinguish between artwork, utilitarian objects, and objects from nature.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.C.3.In.b
Identify the purposes of selected artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.3.Pa.b
Explore selected artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.C.3.Su.b
Recognize the function of selected artworks or utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.S.1.1Experiment with art processes and media to express ideas.

Remarks:
e.g., brush: type, pressure; monoprint; stitch; weave; oil pastel; sculpture: additive, subtractive
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.1.In.a
Use a variety of visual art processes and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Su.a
Explore the use of visual art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.2Use varied processes to develop artistic skills when expressing personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Remarks:
e.g., media-specific techniques
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.1.In.a
Use a variety of visual art processes and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Su.a
Explore the use of visual art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.3Create works of art to tell a personal story.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.1.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Su.a
Explore the use of visual art processes and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.In.b
Create works of art to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate ideas about art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.1.Pa.b
Attend to selected art vocabulary.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.Su.b
Respond to selected art vocabulary.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.1.In.c
Use selected art vocabulary to communicate about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.S.2.1Practice correct use of tools with various art media, techniques, and processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.2.In.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.2.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.2.Su.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.2.2Describe the steps used in art production.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.2.In.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.2.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.2.Su.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.S.3.1Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and/or three-dimensional media.

Remarks:
e.g., eye-hand coordination, fine-motor skills
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.3.In.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Su.a
Explore visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.2Discuss the qualities of good craftsmanship.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.3.In.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Su.a
Explore visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.3Demonstrate safety procedures for using art tools and materials.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.3.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Su.a
Explore visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.In.b
Imitate the safe use of visual art tools, media, techniques, and/or processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.4Identify and be respectful of artwork that belongs to others and represents their ideas.

Remarks:
e.g., positive comments, proper handling of others' work and materials, encouragement, courtesy
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.S.3.In.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Pa.a
Explore visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.S.3.Su.a
Explore visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.O.1.1Identify and use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.O.1.In.a
Explore the placement of the structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.1.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.1.Su.a
Explore basic structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.O.2.1Create imagery and symbols to express thoughts and feelings.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.O.2.In.a
Create imagery and symbols to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.2.Pa.a
Attend to images and symbols representing self and environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.2.Su.a
Explore imagery and symbols representing self and environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.O.3.1Use personal symbols in artwork to document surroundings and community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.O.3.In.a
Create works of art to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.3.Pa.a
Explore structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.O.3.Su.a
Explore basic tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.H.1.1Discuss how different works of art communicate information about a particular culture.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.1.In.a
Recognize that visual art communicates information.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Su.a
Respond to visual art from selected cultures and places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.2Discuss suitable behavior expected of audience members.

Remarks:
e.g., museum visits, artist presentations, school programs, assemblies
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.1.In.b
Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Pa.b
Attend respectfully to the artwork of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Su.b
Respond respectfully to the artwork of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.3Describe ways in which artists use their work to share knowledge and life experiences.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.1.In.a
Recognize that visual art communicates information.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.1.Su.a
Respond to visual art from selected cultures and places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.H.2.1Compare artworks from different cultures, created over time, to identify differences in style and media.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.2.In.a
Identify the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Su.a
Recognize the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.2Identify objects of art that are used every day for utilitarian purposes.

Remarks:
e.g., plates, clothing, teapots
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.2.In.a
Identify the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Su.a
Recognize the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.3Identify places in which artworks may be viewed by others.

Remarks:
e.g., museums, schools, businesses
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.2.In.a
Identify the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.2.Su.a
Recognize the use of visual art in activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.H.3.1Identify connections between visual art and other content areas.

Remarks:
e.g., illustrations in storybooks, art in music class materials, art created by people of other cultures in social studies
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.H.3.In.a
Recognize the use of patterns, line, or form to replace or enhance specified words or phrases.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.3.Pa.a
Attend to the use of patterns, line, or form in visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.H.3.Su.a
Explore the use of patterns, line, or form to replace or enhance specified words or phrases.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.F.1.1Use various art media and real or imaginary choices to create artwork.
VA.1.F.1.2Identify how classmates solve artistic problems.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.F.2.1Explain how artists impact the appearance of items for sale in stores.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.F.2.In.a
Recognize that visual art is created by people and is used to attract attention.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.2.Pa.a
Explore sensory stimulation related to visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.2.Su.a
Associate visual art with the environment and products.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.1.F.3.1Describe the use of art to share community information.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.F.3.In.a
Identify examples of visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.3.Pa.a
Attend to visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.3.Su.a
Recognize the use of visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.3.2Follow directions for completing classroom tasks in a specified timeframe to show early development of 21st-century skills.

Remarks:
e.g., set-up, clean-up, use of materials
Related Access Point(s)
VA.1.F.3.In.b
Follow teacher directions and explore tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.3.Pa.b
Respond to teacher directions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.1.F.3.Su.b
Follow teacher directions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 2

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.C.1.1Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.1.In.a
Use various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.1.Pa.a
Attend to various media or techniques used to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.1.Su.a
Explore various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.1.2Reflect on and discuss various possible meanings in works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.1.In.b
Identify various possible meanings in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.1.Pa.b
Attend to various features in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.1.Su.b
Recognize various features in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.C.2.1Use appropriate decision-making skills to meet intended artistic objectives.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to meet intended artistic objectives.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Pa.a
Explore various media or techniques used to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to meet intended artistic objectives.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.2Identify skillful techniques used in works by peers and others.

Remarks:
e.g., painting, drawing, clay, collage, printmaking techniques
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.2.In.b
Explore the use of skillful techniques in works by peers and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Pa.b
Attend to basic techniques in works by peers and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Su.b
Explore the use of basic techniques in works by peers and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.3Use suggestions from others to modify the structural elements of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to meet intended artistic objectives.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to meet intended artistic objectives.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.2.Pa.c
Explore various structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.C.3.1Use accurate art vocabulary to identify connections among visual art and other contexts.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.3.In.a
Use selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.3.Pa.a
Attend to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.3.Su.a
Respond to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.3.2Compare artworks with utilitarian objects and use accurate art vocabulary to describe how they are the same and how they are different.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.C.3.In.b
Identify similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.3.Pa.b
Explore a variety of visual art and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.C.3.Su.b
Recognize the function of a variety of artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.S.1.1Experiment with tools and techniques as part of art-making processes.

Remarks:
e.g., brush for details, fiber, series of prints, mixed media, clay
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.1.In.a
Explore the use of art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Pa.a
Attend to basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Su.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire expression of personal ideas and experiences in works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., media, new technology
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.1.In.b
Produce artwork influenced by personal decisions and ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Pa.b
Explore ideas and images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Su.b
Create artwork that communicates awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.3Explore art from different time periods and cultures as sources for inspiration.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.1.In.b
Produce artwork influenced by personal decisions and ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Pa.b
Explore ideas and images for artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Su.b
Create artwork that communicates awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.1.In.c
Use art vocabulary to communicate about art and the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Pa.c
Respond to selected art vocabulary.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.1.Su.c
Respond to selected art vocabulary to communicate about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.S.2.1Develop artistic skills through repeated experiences with art media, techniques, processes, and tools.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.2.In.a
Develop artistic skills through the repeated use of tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.2.Pa.a
Explore basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.2.Su.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.2.2Follow sequential procedures focused on art production.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.2.In.a
Develop artistic skills through the repeated use of tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.2.Pa.a
Explore basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.2.Su.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.S.3.1Manipulate art materials and refine techniques to create two- and/or three-dimensional personal works.

Remarks:
e.g., eye-hand coordination, fine-motor skills
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.3.In.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.2Demonstrate growth in craftsmanship through purposeful practice.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.3.In.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.3Follow directions for safety procedures and explain their importance in the art room.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.3.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Su.b
Demonstrate the safe use of selected visual art tools, media, techniques, or processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.In.b
Demonstrate the safe use of a variety of visual art tools, media, techniques, and processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.4Describe the differences between using one’s own ideas, using someone else’s ideas as one’s own, and drawing inspiration from the works of others.

Remarks:
e.g., plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.S.3.Pa.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.S.3.In.c
Identify artwork that belongs to others and represents their ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.O.1.1Employ structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal work to develop awareness of the creative process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.O.1.In.a
Use structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.1.Pa.a
Explore selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.1.Su.a
Recognize basic structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.O.2.1Use personal experience to convey meaning or purpose in creating artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.O.2.In.a
Generate ideas and images for artworks based on personal experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.2.Pa.a
Explore images and symbols representing self and environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.2.Su.a
Create imagery and symbols to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.O.3.1Create personally meaningful works of art to document and explain ideas about local and global communities.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.O.3.In.a
Create works of art to document experiences of self and community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.3.Pa.a
Recognize a structural element of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.O.3.Su.a
Recognize and use structural elements of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.H.1.1Identify examples in which artists have created works based on cultural and life experiences.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.1.In.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.1.Pa.a
Explore visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.1.Su.a
Recognize that visual art communicates information about culture or times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.1.2Distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate audience behavior.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.1.In.b
Practice specified procedures and audience etiquette.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.1.Pa.b
Respond to artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.1.Su.b
Imitate a specified element of audience etiquette to respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.H.2.1Identify differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.2.In.a
Recognize differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Pa.a
Explore the visual art of diverse cultures and historical periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Su.a
Respond to the visual art of diverse cultures and historical periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.2Identify objects from everyday life that have been designed and created using artistic skills.

Remarks:
e.g., birthday cards, perfume bottles, personal electronic devices, cars, cereal box designs, buildings
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.2.In.b
Identify the use of visual art in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Pa.b
Associate a visual art example with its function.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Su.b
Connect visual art examples with their function.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.3Identify the physical features or characteristics of artworks displayed in the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.2.In.b
Identify the use of visual art in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Pa.b
Associate a visual art example with its function.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.2.Su.b
Connect visual art examples with their function.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.H.3.1Describe connections made between creating with art ideas and creating with information from other content areas.

Remarks:
e.g., shapes and math, color mixing and science
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.H.3.In.a
Recognize the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.3.Pa.a
Explore the use of patterns, line, or form in visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.H.3.Su.a
Explore the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.F.1.1Use imagination to create unique artwork incorporating personal ideas and selected media.
VA.2.F.1.2Explore the advantages of having multiple solutions to solve an artistic problem.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.F.2.1Identify work created by artists and designers.

Remarks:
e.g., identified via description, sketching, painting, taking a picture; works: photographs, portraiture, landscaping, cartoon characters
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.F.2.In.a
Identify selected forms of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.2.Pa.a
Respond to visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.2.Su.a
Recognize a selected form of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.2.F.3.1Describe the use of art to promote events within the school or community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.F.3.In.a
Recognize the purpose of visual art in the community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Pa.a
Respond to visual art in the environment.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Su.a
Recognize that visual art is part of a variety of environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.2Work with peers to complete a task in art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.F.3.In.b
Complete one or more steps related to collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Pa.b
Explore tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Su.b
Contribute to collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.3Use time effectively while focused on art production to show early development of 21st-century skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.2.F.3.In.b
Complete one or more steps related to collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Pa.b
Explore tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.2.F.3.Su.b
Contribute to collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 3

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.C.1.1Use the art-making process to develop ideas for self-expression.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.1.In.a
Experiment with the art-making process to develop ideas for self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.1.Pa.a
Explore the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.1.Su.a
Explore the art-making process to communicate personal interests.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.1.2Reflect on and interpret works of art, using observation skills, prior knowledge, and experience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.1.In.b
Identify selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.1.Pa.b
Recognize a selected visual or tactile characteristic of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.1.Su.b
Recognize selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.C.2.1Assess personal artworks for completeness and success in meeting intended objectives.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.2.In.a
Use a defined criterion to assess and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to assess personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to assess and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.2Compare techniques used by peers and established artists as a basis for improving one’s own work.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.2.In.b
Use various techniques to learn how changes affect the completed artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Pa.b
Explore various techniques used to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Su.b
Use various techniques to create artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.3Use constructive criticism to improve artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.2.In.a
Use a defined criterion to assess and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to assess personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to assess and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.C.3.1Critique one’s own and others’ artworks, and identify the use of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.3.In.a
Critique a variety of familiar visual art using defined criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Pa.a
Select preferred, familiar visual art products.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Su.a
Critique a variety of familiar visual art using a teacher-selected criterion.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.2Describe the connections between visual art and other contexts through observation and art criticism.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.3.In.b
Identify vocabulary that is used in both visual art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Pa.b
Respond to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Su.b
Recognize selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.3Explain the similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.C.3.In.c
Describe the purposes of artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Pa.c
Recognize the function of selected artworks or utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.C.3.Su.c
Identify the functions of artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.S.1.1Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.1.In.a
Experiment with art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.2Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.

Remarks:
e.g., media center, technology, print materials
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.In.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.3Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.

Remarks:
e.g., concepts, technique, media, subject matter
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.Su.a
Explore a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.In.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.4Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.1.Su.b
Use art vocabulary to communicate ideas about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.Pa.b
Respond to selected art vocabulary.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.1.In.c
Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate ideas about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.S.2.1Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.2.In.a
Follow sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.2.Pa.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.2.Su.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.2.2Follow procedures, focusing on the art-making process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.2.In.a
Follow sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.2.Pa.a
Explore the use of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.2.Su.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.S.3.1Use materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.3.In.a
Develop two- and three-dimensional skills by using various tools, media, techniques, and processes to create art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.Su.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.2Develop craftsmanship skills through repeated practice.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.3.In.a
Develop two- and three-dimensional skills by using various tools, media, techniques, and processes to create art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.Su.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.3Work within safety guidelines while using tools, media, techniques, and processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.Su.b
Imitate the safe use of art tools and materials.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.In.b
Demonstrate safety procedures for using art tools and materials.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.S.3.4Demonstrate awareness of copyright laws to show respect for the ideas of others when creating art.

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.O.1.1Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.O.1.In.a
Explore the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.1.Pa.a
Explore structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.1.Su.a
Explore the placement of the structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.O.2.1Use creative and innovative ideas to complete personal artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.O.2.In.a
Create imagery and symbols to express thoughts and feelings.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.2.Pa.a
Explore images representing personal experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.2.Su.a
Generate ideas and images for artwork that communicate personal experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.O.3.1Use symbols, visual language, and/or written language to document self or others.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.O.3.In.a
Use personal symbols in artwork to document surroundings and community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.3.Pa.a
Explore basic tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.O.3.Su.a
Create works of art to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.H.1.1Describe cultural similarities and differences in works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.1.In.a
Identify common characteristics in works of art from selected cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize a common characteristic in selected works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Su.a
Recognize common characteristics in works of art from selected cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.2Describe the importance of displaying suitable behavior as part of an art audience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.1.In.b
Identify reasons for respecting the work of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Pa.b
Respond respectfully to the artwork of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Su.b
Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.3Identify and be respectful of ideas important to individuals, groups, or cultures that are reflected in their artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.1.In.a
Identify common characteristics in works of art from selected cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize a common characteristic in selected works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Su.a
Recognize common characteristics in works of art from selected cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.4Identify ways that respect is shown to personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.1.In.b
Identify reasons for respecting the work of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Pa.b
Respond respectfully to the artwork of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.1.Su.b
Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.H.2.1Compare differences or similarities in artworks across time and culture.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.2.In.a
Identify common characteristics in artworks across time and culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Pa.a
Recognize a common characteristic in selected artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Su.a
Recognize common characteristics in artworks across time and culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.2Examine artworks and utilitarian objects, and describe their significance in the school and/or community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.2.In.b
Identify common uses of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize a function of visual art in activities or environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Su.b
Recognize the function of visual art in a variety of activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.3Describe various venues in which artwork is on display for public viewing.

Remarks:
e.g., museums, galleries, restaurants, virtual tours
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.2.In.b
Identify common uses of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize a function of visual art in activities or environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.2.Su.b
Recognize the function of visual art in a variety of activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.H.3.1Discuss how knowledge gained in the visual art classroom can serve as prior knowledge in other classrooms.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.H.3.In.a
Connect the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.3.Pa.a
Recognize a pattern in visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.H.3.Su.a
Recognize the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.F.1.1Manipulate art media and incorporate a variety of subject matter to create imaginative artwork.
VA.3.F.1.2Explore the effects and merits of different solutions to solve an artistic problem.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.F.2.1Identify places where artists or designers have made an impact on the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.F.2.In.a
Identify one or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.2.Pa.a
Select preferred visual art activities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.2.Su.a
Identify a community opportunity to participate in activities related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.3.F.3.1Create artwork that communicates an awareness of events within the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to visual art using a variety of media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Pa.a
Explore and use a variety of visual art media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to visual art using a variety of media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.2Collaborate to complete a task in art.

Remarks:
e.g., mural, mosaic
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.F.3.In.b
Sequence two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Pa.b
Contribute to collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Su.b
Complete one or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.3Demonstrate the skills needed to complete artwork in a timely manner, demonstrating perseverance and development of 21st-century skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.3.F.3.In.b
Sequence two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Pa.b
Contribute to collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.3.F.3.Su.b
Complete one or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 4

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.C.1.1Integrate ideas during the art-making process to convey meaning in personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.1.In.a
Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.1.Pa.a
Explore various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.1.Su.a
Use various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.1.2Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and reflect on works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.1.In.b
Describe works of art using observation skills or tactile sensations, prior knowledge, and experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.1.Pa.b
Recognize selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.1.Su.b
Identify selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.C.2.1Revise artworks to meet established criteria.

Remarks:
e.g., criteria set by teacher, student, or both
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.2Use various resources to generate ideas for growth in personal works.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.2.In.b
Identify characteristics that make visual art appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.Pa.b
Select a characteristic that makes visual art appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.Su.b
Recognize characteristics that make visual art appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.3Develop and support ideas from various resources to create unique artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.2.Pa.b
Select a characteristic that makes visual art appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.Su.b
Recognize characteristics that make visual art appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.2.In.c
Explore various resources to generate ideas for unique artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.C.3.1Use accurate art vocabulary when analyzing works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.3.In.a
Use selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Pa.a
Recognize selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Su.a
Identify selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.2Compare purposes for the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in artworks and utilitarian objects.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.3.In.b
Compare artworks with utilitarian objects and describe how they are the same and different.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Pa.b
Recognize the functions of a variety of artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Su.b
Identify similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.3Use the art-making process, analysis, and discussion to identify the connections between art and other disciplines.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.C.3.In.c
Identify similarities between the art-making process and other disciplines.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Pa.c
Respond to selected vocabulary common to art and other contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.C.3.Su.c
Recognize a similarity between the art-making process and another discipline.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.S.1.1Manipulate tools and materials to achieve diverse effects in personal works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., charcoal, colored pencil, block printing: reduction, stencil
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.1.In.a
Experiment with tools and techniques as part of the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Pa.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Su.a
Explore the use of art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.2Explore and use media, technology, and other art resources to express ideas visually.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.1.In.a
Experiment with tools and techniques as part of the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Pa.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Su.a
Explore the use of art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.3Create artworks that integrate ideas from culture or history.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.1.In.b
Explore art from different time periods and cultures as sources for inspiration.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Pa.b
Create artwork that communicates awareness of self.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Su.b
Produce artwork influenced by personal decisions and ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss works of art and the creative process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.1.In.c
Use accurate art vocabulary to discuss art and the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Pa.c
Respond to selected art vocabulary to communicate about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.1.Su.c
Use art vocabulary to communicate about art and the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to achieve an artistic objective.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.2.In.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.2.Pa.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.2.Su.a
Re-create structural elements in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.2.2Demonstrate the ability to recall art procedures and focus on art processes through to the end of production.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.2.In.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.2.Pa.a
Recognize basic art tools, processes, and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.2.Su.a
Re-create structural elements in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.S.3.1Experiment with various materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve a variety of results in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.3.In.a
Manipulate two- and three-dimensional art materials and refine techniques to create personal works.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected two- and three-dimensional visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Su.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.2Plan and produce art through ongoing practice of skills and techniques.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.3.In.a
Manipulate two- and three-dimensional art materials and refine techniques to create personal works.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected two- and three-dimensional visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Su.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.3Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.3.In.b
Follow directions for safety procedures and explain their importance in the art room.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Pa.b
Demonstrate the safe use of selected visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Su.b
Demonstrate the safe use of a variety of visual art tools, media, techniques, and processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.4Discuss the importance of copyright law in regard to the creation and production of art.

Remarks:
e.g., plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.S.3.Pa.a
Manipulate selected two- and three-dimensional visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.Su.c
Identify artwork that belongs to others and represents their ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.S.3.In.c
Recognize that plagiarism is illegal and applies to works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.O.1.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.O.1.In.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.1.Pa.a
Recognize structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.1.Su.a
Use structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.1.2Identify the structural elements of art used to unite an artistic composition.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.O.1.Pa.a
Recognize structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.1.Su.a
Use structural elements of art in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.1.In.b
Recognize selected structural elements of art used to unite an artistic composition.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.O.2.1Use a variety of resources and art skills to overcome visual challenges in personal artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.O.2.In.a
Identify and use the structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected structural element of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.O.2.Su.a
Recognize and use selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.O.3.1Apply meaning and relevance to document self or others visually in artwork.

Remarks:
e.g., personal ideas, observations

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.H.1.1Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.1.In.a
Identify ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Pa.a
Identify common characteristics in works of art from a selected culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Su.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.2Identify suitable behavior for various art venues and events.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.1.In.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Pa.b
Practice a specified element of audience etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Su.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.3Describe artworks that honor and are reflective of particular individuals, groups, events, and/or cultures.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.1.In.a
Identify ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Pa.a
Identify common characteristics in works of art from a selected culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Su.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.4Identify and practice ways of showing respect for one’s own and others’ personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.1.In.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Pa.b
Practice a specified element of audience etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.1.Su.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.H.2.1Explore works of art, created over time, to identify the use of the structural elements of art in an historical event or art style.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.2.In.a
Identify structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Pa.a
Recognize a selected structural element of art or organizational principle of design.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Su.a
Identify selected structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.2Identify differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.2.In.b
Identify the physical features or characteristics of artworks displayed in the community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Pa.b
Connect visual art examples with their functions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Su.b
Identify the use of visual art in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.3Identify reasons to display artwork in public places.

Remarks:
e.g., reasons: aesthetics, memory, record historical events or accomplishments; public places: museums, galleries, open air
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.2.In.b
Identify the physical features or characteristics of artworks displayed in the community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Pa.b
Connect visual art examples with their functions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.2.Su.b
Identify the use of visual art in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.H.3.1Discuss how analytical skills and thinking strategies are applied to both art production and problem-solving in other content areas.

Remarks:
e.g., identify facts, ideas, solutions
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.H.3.In.a
Compare the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.3.Pa.a
Recognize patterns in visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.H.3.Su.a
Connect the use of pattern, line, and form found in visual art with other teacher-selected contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.F.1.1Combine art media with innovative ideas and techniques to create two- and/or three-dimensional works of art.
VA.4.F.1.2Examine and apply creative solutions to solve an artistic problem.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.F.2.1Discuss how artists and designers have made an impact on the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.F.2.In.a
Identify two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.2.Pa.a
Associate visual art with leisure or recreation.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.2.Su.a
Identify two or more community opportunities to participate in activities related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.2.2Identify the work of local artists to become familiar with art-making careers.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.F.2.In.a
Identify two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.2.Pa.a
Associate visual art with leisure or recreation.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.2.Su.a
Identify two or more community opportunities to participate in activities related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.4.F.3.1Create art to promote awareness of school and/or community concerns.

Remarks:
e.g., poster, billboard
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to visual art that promotes awareness of school or community concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Pa.a
Contribute or respond to visual art that promotes awareness of school or community concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to visual art that promotes awareness of school or community concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.2Collaborate with peers in the art room to achieve a common art goal.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.F.3.In.b
Organize and execute individual or collaborative visual art projects having three or more steps.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Pa.b
Contribute to a variety of collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Su.b
Sequence two or more components related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.3Work purposefully to complete personal works of art in a timely manner, demonstrating development of 21st-century skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.4.F.3.In.b
Organize and execute individual or collaborative visual art projects having three or more steps.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Pa.b
Contribute to a variety of collaborative tasks related to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.4.F.3.Su.b
Sequence two or more components related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 5

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.C.1.1Develop a range of interests in the art-making process to influence personal decision-making.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.1.In.a
Use the art-making process to develop ideas for self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Pa.a
Explore the art-making process to communicate personal interests.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Su.a
Experiment with the art-making process to develop ideas for self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.2Use prior knowledge and observation skills to reflect on, analyze, and interpret exemplary works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.1.In.b
Use defined criteria to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.3Examine and discuss exemplary works of art to distinguish which qualities may be used to evaluate personal works.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.1.In.b
Use defined criteria to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.1.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to analyze and interpret exemplary works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.C.2.1Revise artwork as a necessary part of the creative process to achieve an artistic goal.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Pa.a
Use feedback from others to revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.2Analyze personal artworks to articulate the motivations and intentions in creating personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.2.In.b
Describe the artistic intent of personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Pa.b
Convey the meaning of personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Su.b
Identify the artistic intent of personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.3Apply established criteria to the art-making process to measure artistic growth.

Remarks:
e.g., criteria set by teacher, student, or both
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Pa.a
Use feedback from others to revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.4Identify examples of constructive criticism and use them to improve artworks and enhance artistic growth.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.2.In.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Pa.a
Use feedback from others to revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.2.Su.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.C.3.1Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design when engaged in art criticism.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.3.In.a
Use defined criteria to compare the use of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to examine a variety of familiar visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Su.a
Use defined criteria to examine a variety of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.2Use art-criticism processes to form a hypothesis about an artist’s or designer’s intent when creating artworks and/or utilitarian objects.

Remarks:
e.g., inference from color, line, shape, form
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.3.In.a
Use defined criteria to compare the use of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to examine a variety of familiar visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Su.a
Use defined criteria to examine a variety of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.3Critique works of art to understand the content and make connections with other content areas.

Remarks:
e.g., themes: language arts; media: science - color, math - shapes; styles: history - event; techniques: technology
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.C.3.In.a
Use defined criteria to compare the use of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to examine a variety of familiar visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.C.3.Su.a
Use defined criteria to examine a variety of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.S.1.1Use various art tools, media, and techniques to discover how different choices change the effect on the meaning of an artwork.

Remarks:
e.g., clay: relief, pinch, coil, slab construction; three-color reduction print; silkscreen; basketry; bas relief; soft sculpture
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.1.In.a
Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.Su.a
Experiment with art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.2Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.

Remarks:
e.g., books, magazines, Internet, cameras, art visuals
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.1.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.Su.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.In.b
Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.3Create artworks to depict personal, cultural, and/or historical themes.

Remarks:
e.g., woven mats, clay dolls, quilts
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.1.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.Su.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.In.c
Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate about works of art and artistic and creative processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.1.Pa.b
Use selected art vocabulary to communicate about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.Su.c
Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate ideas about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.1.In.d
Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to support planning, strengthen focus, and implement artistic vision.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.2.In.a
Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.Su.a
Follow sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.2Identify sequential procedures to engage in art production.

Remarks:
e.g., safety procedures, media processes, organizational procedures
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.2.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.Su.a
Follow sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.In.b
Re-create visual art processes in given media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.3Visualize the end product to justify artistic choices of tools, techniques, and processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.2.In.a
Integrate the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design with sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.2.Su.a
Follow sequential procedures and techniques to achieve an artistic goal.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.S.3.1Use materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.3.In.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Su.a
Develop skills by using various tools, media, techniques, and processes to create two- and three-dimensional works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.2Use craftsmanship and technical ability in personal works to show refinement of skills over time.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.3.In.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Su.a
Develop skills by using various tools, media, techniques, and processes to create two- and three-dimensional works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.3Use tools, media, techniques, and processes in a safe and responsible manner.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.3.In.b
Work within safety guidelines while using tools, media, techniques, and processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Pa.b
Imitate the safe use of art tools and materials.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Su.b
Demonstrate safety procedures for using art tools and materials.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.4Use ethical standards, including copyright laws, when producing works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., ethics, plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.S.3.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.Su.c
Recognize the difference between one’s own ideas and those of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.S.3.In.c
Demonstrate awareness of copyright laws to show respect for the ideas of others when creating art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.O.1.1Use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to develop content in artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.1.In.a
Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Su.a
Explore the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.2Organize the structural elements of art to achieve visual unity.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.1.In.a
Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Su.a
Explore the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.3Explain how creative and technical ability is used to produce a work of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.1.In.a
Demonstrate how the organizational principles of design are used to arrange the structural elements of art in personal work.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Pa.a
Explore the use of structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.1.Su.a
Explore the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to support artistic development.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.O.2.1Analyze works of art that document people and events from a variety of places and times to synthesize ideas for creating artwork.

Remarks:
e.g., knowledge, empathy, technique, artistic choices, symbolic choices
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.2.In.a
Identify the intent of the artist within visual art examples.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.2.Pa.a
Recognize that visual art examples convey meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.2.Su.a
Match the intent of the artist within visual art examples.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.2.2Use a variety of sources for ideas to resolve challenges in creating original works.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.2.In.b
Use creative and innovative ideas to complete personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.2.Pa.b
Generate ideas and images for artwork that communicate personal experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.2.Su.b
Create imagery and symbols to express thoughts and feelings.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.O.3.1Create meaningful and unique works of art to effectively communicate and document a personal voice.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.O.3.In.a
Use symbols, visual language, and/or written language to document self or others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.3.Pa.a
Create works of art to document self-perception.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.O.3.Su.a
Use personal symbols in artwork to document surroundings and community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.H.1.1Examine historical and cultural influences that inspire artists and their work.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.1.In.a
Identify historically and culturally significant influences in artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Pa.a
Associate visual art with a culture or time.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Su.a
Recognize a cultural or historical influence on artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.2Use suitable behavior as a member of an art audience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.1.In.b
Identify ways that respect is shown to personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Pa.b
Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Su.b
Recognize reasons for respecting the work of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.3Identify and describe the importance a selected group or culture places on specific works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.1.In.a
Identify historically and culturally significant influences in artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Pa.a
Associate visual art with a culture or time.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Su.a
Recognize a cultural or historical influence on artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.4Explain the importance of artwork to show why respect is or should be given to the work of peer or specified professional artists.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.1.In.b
Identify ways that respect is shown to personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Pa.b
Follow directions for suitable behavior in an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.1.Su.b
Recognize reasons for respecting the work of others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.H.2.1Compare works of art on the basis of style, culture, or artist across time to identify visual differences.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.2.In.a
Identify similarities and differences in visual art produced across time and cultures.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Pa.a
Recognize similarities and differences in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Su.a
Recognize similarities and differences in visual art produced across time and cultures.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.2Describe the ways in which artworks and utilitarian objects impact everyday life.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.2.In.b
Examine artworks and utilitarian objects, and describe their significance in the school and/or community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize the function of visual art in a variety of activities and environments.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Su.b
Identify common uses of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.3Discuss artworks found in public venues to identify the significance of the work within the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.2.In.c
Identify various venues in which artwork is on display for public viewing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Pa.c
Recognize a venue in which artwork is on display for public viewing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.2.Su.c
Recognize various venues in which artwork is on display for public viewing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.H.3.1Discuss how skills learned through the analysis and art-making process are used to solve problems in non-art areas.

Remarks:
e.g., identify facts, ideas, solutions
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.H.3.In.a
Apply a selected critical-thinking process in visual art to a different curriculum or discipline.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.3.Pa.a
Integrate a teacher-defined pattern from visual art with a different curriculum or discipline.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.H.3.Su.a
Apply a teacher-defined critical-thinking process in visual art to a different curriculum or discipline.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.F.1.1Examine and experiment with traditional or non-traditional uses of media to apply imaginative techniques in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.
VA.5.F.1.2Develop multiple solutions to solve artistic problems and justify personal artistic or aesthetic choices.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.F.2.1Describe the knowledge and skills necessary for art-making and art-related careers.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.2.In.a
Identify the skills, training, or prerequisites for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Pa.a
Associate visual art with leisure, recreation, or a job.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Su.a
Recognize a prerequisite for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.2Explore careers in which artworks and utilitarian designs are created.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.2.In.a
Identify the skills, training, or prerequisites for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Pa.a
Associate visual art with leisure, recreation, or a job.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Su.a
Recognize a prerequisite for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.3Discuss contributions that artists make to society.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.2.In.a
Identify the skills, training, or prerequisites for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Pa.a
Associate visual art with leisure, recreation, or a job.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.2.Su.a
Recognize a prerequisite for two or more community opportunities in or related to visual art for employment or leisure.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.5.F.3.1Create artwork to promote public awareness of community and/or global concerns.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to visual art that promotes awareness of community and/or global concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Pa.a
Contribute or respond to visual art that promotes awareness of community and/or global concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to visual art that promotes awareness of community and/or global concerns.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.2Create artwork that shows procedural and analytical thinking to communicate ideas.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.3.In.b
Prioritize and complete tasks related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Pa.b
Complete one or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Su.b
Sequence two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.3Work collaboratively with others to complete a task in art and show leadership skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.3.In.b
Prioritize and complete tasks related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Pa.b
Complete one or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Su.b
Sequence two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.4Follow directions and complete artwork in the timeframe allotted to show development of 21st-century skills.

Remarks:
e.g., reasonable timeframe established by teacher, adjusted as needed
Related Access Point(s)
VA.5.F.3.In.b
Prioritize and complete tasks related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Pa.b
Complete one or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.5.F.3.Su.b
Sequence two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 68

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.C.1.1Apply a range of interests and contextual connections to influence the art-making and self-reflection processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.1.In.a
Integrate ideas during the art-making process to convey meaning in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Pa.a
Use various media or techniques to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Su.a
Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.2Use visual evidence and prior knowledge to reflect on multiple interpretations of works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.1.In.b
Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and reflect on works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Pa.b
Recognize selected visual or tactile characteristics of artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Su.b
Describe works of art using observation skills or tactile sensations, prior knowledge, and experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.3Identify qualities of exemplary artworks that are evident and transferable to the judgment of personal work.

Remarks:
e.g., personal, cultural, historical
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.1.In.c
Examine exemplary artworks to identify qualities that make the work unique or appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Pa.c
Examine exemplary artworks to recognize a quality that makes the work unique or appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.1.Su.c
Examine exemplary artworks to recognize qualities that make the work unique or appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.C.2.1Assess personal artwork during production to determine areas of success and needed change for achieving self-directed or specified goals.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.2.In.a
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Su.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.2Evaluate artwork objectively during group assessment to determine areas for refinement.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.2.In.a
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Su.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.3Examine artworks to form ideas and criteria by which to judge/assess and inspire personal works and artistic growth.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.2.In.a
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Su.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.4Use constructive criticism as a purposeful tool for artistic growth.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.2.In.b
Use constructive criticism to improve artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Pa.b
Use suggestions from peers and adults to improve personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.2.Su.b
Use feedback from peers and adults to improve artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.C.3.1Incorporate accurate art vocabulary during the analysis process to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.3.In.a
Use accurate vocabulary to describe the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Pa.a
Recognize and respond to selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Su.a
Use selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.2Examine and compare the qualities of artworks and utilitarian objects to determine their aesthetic significance.

Remarks:
e.g., comparison, classification, cause and effect, reasoning, hypothesizing, critiquing
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.3.In.b
Compare purposes for the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Pa.b
Recognize similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Su.b
Compare artworks with utilitarian objects and describe how they are the same and different.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.3Use analytical skills to understand meaning and explain connections with other contexts.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.3.In.c
Use the art-making process, analysis, and discussion to identify the connections between art and other disciplines.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Pa.c
Recognize a similarity between the art-making process and another discipline.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Su.c
Identify similarities between the art-making process and other disciplines.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.4Compare the uses for artwork and utilitarian objects to determine their significance in society.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.C.3.In.b
Compare purposes for the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Pa.b
Recognize similarities and differences between artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.C.3.Su.b
Compare artworks with utilitarian objects and describe how they are the same and different.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.S.1.1Manipulate content, media, techniques, and processes to achieve communication with artistic intent.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.1.In.a
Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Pa.a
Use a variety of visual art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Su.a
Experiment with art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.2Use media, technology, and other resources to derive ideas for personal art-making.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.1.In.b
Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Pa.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Su.b
Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.3Use ideas from cultural, historical, and artistic references to create personal responses in personal artwork.

Remarks:
e.g., texts, visual media, Internet, museums, Florida history, Holocaust, African American history
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.1.Pa.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Su.c
Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.In.c
Create artworks to depict personal, cultural, and/or historical themes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.4Use accurate art vocabulary to explain the creative and art-making processes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.1.Pa.c
Use art vocabulary to communicate ideas about art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Su.d
Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.In.d
Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate about works of art and art processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.5Explore various subject matter, themes, and historical or cultural events to develop an image that communicates artistic intent.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.1.Pa.b
Explore diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.Su.c
Incorporate ideas from art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.1.In.c
Create artworks to depict personal, cultural, and/or historical themes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.S.2.1Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.2.In.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create structural elements in works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Su.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.2Create artwork requiring sequentially ordered procedures and specified media to achieve intended results.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.2.In.b
Re-create sequentially ordered procedures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Pa.b
Follow a selected process in a given medium.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Su.b
Re-create visual art processes in a given medium.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.3Use visual-thinking and problem-solving skills in a sketchbook or journal to identify, practice, develop ideas, and resolve challenges in the creative process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.2.In.b
Re-create sequentially ordered procedures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Pa.b
Follow a selected process in a given medium.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.2.Su.b
Re-create visual art processes in a given medium.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.S.3.1Use two-dimensional or three-dimensional art materials and tools to understand the potential and limitations of each.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.3.In.a
Experiment with various two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve a variety of results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Pa.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate two- and three-dimensional art materials and refine techniques to create personal works.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.2Develop spontaneity and visual unity in artwork through repeated practice and refined craftsmanship.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.3.In.a
Experiment with various two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve a variety of results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Pa.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate two- and three-dimensional art materials and refine techniques to create personal works.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.3Demonstrate understanding of safety protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.3.In.b
Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Pa.b
Demonstrate the safe use of a variety of visual art tools, media, techniques, and processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Su.b
Follow directions for safety procedures in the art room.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.4Demonstrate respect for copyright laws and intellectual property ownership when creating and producing works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., ethics, plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.3.In.c
Discuss issues related to plagiarism and appropriation of others’ intellectual property.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Pa.c
Identify artwork that belongs to others and represents their ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Su.c
Recognize that plagiarism is illegal and applies to works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.5Apply two-dimensional techniques and media to create or enhance three-dimensional artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.S.3.In.a
Experiment with various two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve a variety of results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Pa.a
Practice skills and techniques to create with two- and three-dimensional media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.S.3.Su.a
Manipulate two- and three-dimensional art materials and refine techniques to create personal works.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.O.1.1Make connections between the structural elements of art and the organizational principles of design to understand how artwork is unified.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.1.In.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Pa.a
Use structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Su.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.2Identify the function of structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and reflect on artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.1.In.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Pa.a
Use structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Su.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.3Combine creative and technical knowledge to produce visually strong works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.1.In.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to understand the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Pa.a
Use structural elements of art in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Su.a
Use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.4Create artworks that demonstrate skilled use of media to convey personal vision.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.1.In.b
Select and use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected structural element of art or organizational principle of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.1.Su.b
Use teacher-selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.O.2.1Create new meaning in artworks through shared language, expressive content, and ideation.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.2.In.a
Apply structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Pa.a
Use selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Su.a
Use basic structural elements of visual art to create and respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.2Investigate the problem-solving qualities of divergent thinking as a source for new visual symbols and images.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.2.In.a
Apply structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Pa.a
Use selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Su.a
Use basic structural elements of visual art to create and respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.3Create a work of personal art using various media to solve an open-ended artistic problem.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.2.In.a
Apply structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Pa.a
Use selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Su.a
Use basic structural elements of visual art to create and respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.4Select various media and techniques to communicate personal symbols and ideas through the organization of the structural elements of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.2.In.a
Apply structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Pa.a
Use selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.2.Su.a
Use basic structural elements of visual art to create and respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.O.3.1Select and use the structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to document images in various formats for public audiences.

Remarks:
e.g., digital, presentation, artworks, video/motion
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.3.In.a
Select and use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks in various media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected structural element of art or organizational principle of design to create artworks in selected media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.3.Su.a
Use teacher-selected structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks in selected media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.3.2Discuss the communicative differences between specific two- and three-dimensional works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.O.3.In.b
Use vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.3.Pa.b
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, or symbolism unique to visual art to communicate or document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.O.3.Su.b
Recognize and respond to selected vocabulary and symbols unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.H.1.1Describe social, ecological, economic, religious, and/or political conditions reflected in works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.1.In.a
Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.2Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and/or community cultural venues.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.1.In.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Pa.b
Practice a specified element of audience etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Su.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.3Analyze and describe the significance of artwork from a selected group or culture to explain its importance to the population.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.1.In.a
Identify historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.4Explain the significance of personal artwork, noting the connections between the creative process, the artist, and the artist’s own history.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.1.In.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Pa.b
Practice a specified element of audience etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.1.Su.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.H.2.1Describe how previous cultural trends have led to the development of new art styles.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.2.In.a
Identify influences of cultural trends on visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Pa.a
Recognize selected structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Su.a
Identify structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.2Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.2.In.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize the use of visual art or utilitarian objects in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Su.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.3Describe the rationale for creating, collecting, exhibiting, and owning works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., private, public, and personal art collections
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize the use of visual art or utilitarian objects in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Su.c
Identify the physical features or characteristics of artworks displayed in the community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.In.c
Identify reasons to display artwork in public places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.4Explain the purpose of public art in the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize the use of visual art or utilitarian objects in daily life.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.Su.c
Identify the physical features or characteristics of artworks displayed in the community.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.2.In.c
Identify reasons to display artwork in public places.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.H.3.1Discuss how knowledge and skills learned through the art-making and analysis processes are used to solve problems in non-art contexts.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.3.In.a
Integrate visual art with skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Su.a
Integrate visual art with selected skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.2Discuss the use of background knowledge and critical-thinking skills, learned in the visual arts, to understand varying concepts, viewpoints, and solutions.

Remarks:
e.g., identify facts, ideas, problem-solving skills
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.3.In.a
Integrate visual art with skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Su.a
Integrate visual art with selected skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.3Create imaginative works to include background knowledge or information from other subjects.

Remarks:
e.g., from history, environment, literary works
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.H.3.In.a
Integrate visual art with skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.H.3.Su.a
Integrate visual art with selected skills and concepts from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.F.1.1Use non-traditional thinking and various techniques to create two-, three-, and/or four-dimensional artworks.

Remarks:
e.g., potential to transfer and incorporate technological applications
VA.68.F.1.2Use creative risk-taking strategies learned from artists’ works to incorporate artistic solutions in the creation of new personal artworks.
VA.68.F.1.3Investigate and describe how technology inspires and affects new applications and adaptations in art.
VA.68.F.1.4Use technology skills to create an imaginative and unique work of art.

Remarks:
e.g., convey depth, scale

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.F.2.1Investigate career opportunities available in the visual arts to determine requisite skills and qualifications for each field.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.2.In.a
Identify two or more employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair them with the necessary skills and training.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among employment or leisure opportunities that are art- related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Su.a
Recognize two or more employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair with a prerequisite.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.2Identify careers in support industries related to the art-making process, industrial design, digital media, and/or graphic design.

Remarks:
e.g., exhibition, sale of art products, technology, entertainment
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.2.In.a
Identify two or more employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair them with the necessary skills and training.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among employment or leisure opportunities that are art- related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Su.a
Recognize two or more employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair with a prerequisite.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.3Identify art careers that have a financial impact on local communities.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among employment or leisure opportunities that are art- related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Su.b
Recognize a positive economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art on individuals and communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.In.b
Recognize a positive economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art on individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.4Present research on the works of local artists and designers to understand the significance of art in the community.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among employment or leisure opportunities that are art- related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Su.b
Recognize a positive economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art on individuals and communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.In.b
Recognize a positive economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art on individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.5Create an artist statement to reflect on personal artwork for a portfolio or exhibition.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.2.Pa.b
Select preferred personal artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.Su.c
Use a teacher-selected criterion to select personal artwork for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.2.In.c
Use defined criteria to select personal artwork for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.68.F.3.1Use technology applications through the art-making process to express community or global concerns.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to visual art developed using new or emerging technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Pa.a
Associate a selected technology tool with visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to visual art developed using new or emerging technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.2Analyze the procedural and divergent thinking skills developed in visual art to identify a purpose for the communication of art ideas.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to visual art developed using new or emerging technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Pa.a
Associate a selected technology tool with visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to visual art developed using new or emerging technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.3Collaborate with peers to complete an art task and develop leadership skills.

Remarks:
e.g., task: voluntary, assigned; time: long-term group project
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.3.In.b
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Pa.b
Complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Su.b
Sequence and execute visual art projects having three or more steps.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.4Follow directions and complete art tasks in a timely manner to show development of 21st-century skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.68.F.3.In.b
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Pa.b
Complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.68.F.3.Su.b
Sequence and execute visual art projects having three or more steps.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Grade: 912

Big Idea: CRITICAL THINKING AND REFLECTION
Enduring Understanding 1: Cognition and reflection are required to appreciate, interpret, and create with artistic intent.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.C.1.1Integrate curiosity, range of interests, attentiveness, complexity, and artistic intention in the art-making process to demonstrate self-expression.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.a
Express a range of interests and contextual connections in the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.a
Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.a
Integrate ideas during the art-making process to convey meaning in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.2Use critical-thinking skills for various contexts to develop, refine, and reflect on an artistic theme.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.a
Express a range of interests and contextual connections in the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.a
Use the art-making process to communicate personal interests and self-expression.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.a
Integrate ideas during the art-making process to convey meaning in personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.3Evaluate the technical skill, aesthetic appeal, and/or social implication of artistic exemplars to formulate criteria for assessing personal work.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.b
Identify qualities of exemplary artworks that are evident and transferable to the judgment of personal work.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.b
Examine exemplary artworks to recognize qualities that make the work unique or appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.b
Examine exemplary artworks to identify qualities that make the work unique or appealing.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.4Apply art knowledge and contextual information to analyze how content and ideas are used in works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., symbolism, spatial relationship
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.c
Use visual evidence and prior knowledge to analyze multiple interpretations of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.c
Use visual information or tactile sensations, prior knowledge, and experience to interpret works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.c
Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and analyze works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.5Analyze how visual information is developed in specific media to create a recorded visual image.

Remarks:
e.g., four-dimensional media, motion or multi-media
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.c
Use visual evidence and prior knowledge to analyze multiple interpretations of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.c
Use visual information or tactile sensations, prior knowledge, and experience to interpret works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.c
Describe observations and apply prior knowledge to interpret visual information and analyze works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.6Identify rationale for aesthetic choices in recording visual media.

Remarks:
e.g., two-, three-, and four-dimensional media, motion or multi-media
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.d
Assess personal artwork during production to refine work and achieve artistic objective.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.d
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.d
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.7Analyze challenges and identify solutions for three-dimensional structural problems.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.d
Assess personal artwork during production to refine work and achieve artistic objective.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.d
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.d
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.8Explain the development of meaning and procedural choices throughout the creative process to defend artistic intention.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.1.In.d
Assess personal artwork during production to refine work and achieve artistic objective.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Pa.d
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.1.Su.d
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Assessing our own and others’ artistic work, using critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, is central to artistic growth.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.C.2.1Examine and revise artwork throughout the art-making process to refine work and achieve artistic objective.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.a
Assess personal artwork during production to refine work and achieve an artistic objective.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.a
Use defined criteria to analyze and revise artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.a
Analyze and revise artworks to meet established criteria.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.2Assess the works of others, using established or derived criteria, to support conclusions and judgments about artistic progress.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.b
Use defined criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.3Process and apply constructive criticism as formative assessment for continued growth in art-making skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.b
Use defined criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.4Classify artworks, using accurate art vocabulary and knowledge of art history to identify and categorize movements, styles, techniques, and materials.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.c
Classify artworks by commonalities in methods, media, style, and periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.c
Recognize major artistic media and styles.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.c
Match artworks by methods, media, style, and periods.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.5Develop and use criteria to select works for a portfolio and defend one’s artistic choices with a written, oral, and/or recorded analysis.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.d
Identify and use defined criteria to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.d
Use a teacher-selected criterion to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.d
Use teacher-selected criteria to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.6Investigate the process of developing a coherent, focused concept in a body of work comprised of multiple artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.d
Identify and use defined criteria to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.d
Use a teacher-selected criterion to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.d
Use teacher-selected criteria to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.7Assess the challenges and outcomes associated with the media used in a variety of one’s own works.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.b
Use defined criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.8Compare artwork, architecture, designs, and/or models to understand how technical and utilitarian components impact aesthetic qualities.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.2.In.b
Use defined criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Pa.b
Use a teacher-selected criterion to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.2.Su.b
Use teacher-selected criteria to critique the works of self and others.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The processes of critiquing works of art lead to development of critical-thinking skills transferable to other contexts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.C.3.1Use descriptive terms and varied approaches in art analysis to explain the meaning or purpose of an artwork.

Remarks:
e.g., four-step method of art criticism, visual-thinking skills, aesthetic scanning
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.a
Use a defined rubric to evaluate works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to respond to a variety of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.a
Use defined criteria to respond to works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.2Develop and apply criteria to determine how aesthetic works are aligned with a personal definition of "art."
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.a
Use a defined rubric to evaluate works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.a
Use a teacher-selected criterion to respond to a variety of works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.a
Use defined criteria to respond to works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.3Examine relationships among social, historical, literary, and/or other references to explain how they are assimilated into artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.b
Identify social, historical, literary, and/or other references in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.b
Recognize a selected social, historical, literary, or other reference in artwork.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.b
Recognize selected social, historical, literary, and/or other references in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.4Use analytical skills to examine issues in non-visual art contexts.

Remarks:
e.g., review objective facts; suspend judgment; see the parts, visualize the finished product
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.c
Use a defined rubric to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.c
Use teacher-selected criterion to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.c
Use a defined criterion to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.5Make connections between timelines in other content areas and timelines in the visual arts.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.c
Use a defined rubric to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.c
Use teacher-selected criterion to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.c
Use a defined criterion to examine issues in non-visual arts contexts.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.6Discuss how the aesthetics of artwork and utilitarian objects have changed over time.

Remarks:
e.g., Native American blanket or Roman helmet and breastplate crafted for functionality, now exhibited as art
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.C.3.In.d
Identify significant changes in the aesthetics of artwork and utilitarian objects over time.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Pa.d
Select preferred aesthetics of artworks and utilitarian objects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.C.3.Su.d
Recognize selected, significant changes in the aesthetics of artwork and utilitarian objects over time.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCESSES
Enduring Understanding 1: The arts are inherently experiential and actively engage learners in the processes of creating, interpreting, and responding to art.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.S.1.1Use innovative means and perceptual understanding to communicate through varied content, media, and art techniques.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.a
Manipulate content, media, techniques, and processes to achieve communication with artistic intent.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.a
Experiment with art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.a
Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.2Investigate the use of technology and other resources to inspire art-making decisions.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.b
Use media, technology, and other resources to derive ideas for personal art-making decisions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.b
Use diverse resources to inspire artistic expression and achieve varied results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.b
Use media, technology, and other resources to inspire personal art-making decisions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.3Interpret and reflect on cultural and historical events to create art.

Remarks:
e.g., texts, visual media, Internet, museums, Florida history, Holocaust, African American history
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.c
Explore various subject matter, themes, and historical or cultural events to develop an image that communicates artistic intent.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.c
Use art exemplars for specified time periods and cultures to inspire personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.c
Create artworks to depict personal, cultural, and/or historical themes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.4Demonstrate effective and accurate use of art vocabulary throughout the art-making process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.d
Use accurate art vocabulary to explain the art-making process.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.d
Choose accurate art vocabulary to describe works of art and art processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.d
Use accurate art vocabulary to communicate about works of art and art processes.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.5Compare the aesthetic impact of images created with different media to evaluate advantages or disadvantages within the art process.

Remarks:
e.g., snapshot vs. photograph, drawing vs. digital mark-making
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.e
Compare and contrast the aesthetic impact of images created with different media.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.e
Recognize basic elements and principles to create and respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.e
Recognize how selected technology influences the aesthetic impact of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.6Describe processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.

Remarks:
e.g., drawing, sculpting, digital multi-media
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.f
Identify processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.f
Recognize selected processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.f
Recognize processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.7Manipulate lighting effects, using various media to create desired results.

Remarks:
e.g., portrait photography, painting reflection, digital rendering, aperture vs. shutter speed
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.f
Identify processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.f
Recognize selected processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.f
Recognize processes and techniques used to record visual imagery.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.8Use technology to simulate art-making processes and techniques.

Remarks:
e.g., drawing subtleties, watercolor painting techniques
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.g
Demonstrate the use of a variety of technology tools to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.g
Use selected technology to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.g
Individually or collaboratively demonstrate the use of selected technology tools to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.9Use diverse media and techniques to create paintings that represent various genres and schools of painting.

Remarks:
e.g., wet media, technology
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.1.In.a
Manipulate content, media, techniques, and processes to achieve communication with artistic intent.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Pa.a
Experiment with art tools and media to express ideas.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.1.Su.a
Manipulate tools and media to enhance communication in personal artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: Development of skills, techniques, and processes in the arts strengthens our ability to remember, focus on, process, and sequence information.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.S.2.1Demonstrate organizational skills to influence the sequential process when creating artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.a
Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.2Focus on visual information and processes to complete the artistic concept.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.b
Create artwork requiring sequentially ordered procedures and specified media to achieve intended results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.b
Re-create visual art processes in a given medium.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.b
Re-create sequentially ordered procedures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.3Demonstrate visual-thinking skills to process the challenges and execution of a creative endeavor.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.a
Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.4Use information resources to develop concepts representing diversity and effectiveness for using selected media and techniques in a sketchbook or journal.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.a
Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.5Demonstrate use of perceptual, observational, and compositional skills to produce representational, figurative, or abstract imagery.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.a
Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.6Incorporate skills, concepts, and media to create images from ideation to resolution.

Remarks:
e.g., structural elements of art, organizational principles of design, breadth
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.2.In.a
Organize the structural elements of art to achieve artistic goals when producing personal works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Pa.a
Re-create the organization of selected structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.2.Su.a
Create or re-create organizational structures to incorporate in a new work of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Through purposeful practice, artists learn to manage, master, and refine simple, then complex, skills and techniques.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.S.3.1Manipulate materials, techniques, and processes through practice and perseverance to create a desired result in two- and/or three-dimensional artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.2Demonstrate a balance between spontaneity and purpose to produce complex works of art with conviction and disciplined craftsmanship.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.3Review, discuss, and demonstrate the proper applications and safety procedures for hazardous chemicals and equipment during the art-making process.

Remarks:
e.g., electric drill, carving and cutting tools, paper cutter, kiln, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) labels: glazes, chemicals, etching solutions
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.b
Demonstrate understanding of safety and maintenance protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.b
Follow directions for safety procedures and tool maintenance in the art room.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.b
Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.4Demonstrate personal responsibility, ethics, and integrity, including respect for intellectual property, when accessing information and creating works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., plagiarism, appropriation from the Internet and other sources
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.c
Demonstrate respect for copyright laws and ownership of intellectual property when creating and producing works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.c
Recognize property ownership of self and others when creating works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.c
Discuss issues related to plagiarism and appropriation of other intellectual property.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.5Create multiple works that demonstrate thorough exploration of subject matter and themes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.6Develop works with prominent personal vision revealed through mastery of art tasks and tools.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.7Use and maintain tools and equipment to facilitate the creative process.

Remarks:
e.g., sewing machine, pottery wheel, kiln, technology, printing press, hand tools
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.b
Demonstrate understanding of safety and maintenance protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.b
Follow directions for safety procedures and tool maintenance in the art room.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.b
Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.8Develop color-mixing skills and techniques through application of the principles of heat properties and color and light theory.

Remarks:
e.g., media: ceramics, glass, wet, dry, digital
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.9Manipulate and embellish malleable or rigid materials to construct representational or abstract forms.

Remarks:
e.g., enameling, fiber or metal construction, ceramics
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.10Develop skill in sketching and mark-making to plan, execute, and construct two-dimensional images or three-dimensional models.

Remarks:
e.g., drawing: complex composition; architectural rendering: plans and models; sculpture: carving
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.11Store and maintain equipment, materials, and artworks properly in the art studio to prevent damage and/or cross-contamination.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.b
Demonstrate understanding of safety and maintenance protocols for media, tools, processes, and techniques.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.b
Follow directions for safety procedures and tool maintenance in the art room.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.b
Follow procedures for using tools, media, techniques, and processes safely and responsibly.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.12Develop competence and dexterity, through practice, in the use of processes, tools, and techniques for various media.

Remarks:
e.g., printmaking: relief print; ceramics: wheel-throwing; drawing: charcoal; painting: watercolor; technology: layering images
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.13Create three-dimensional modeled and rendered objects in figurative and nonfigurative digital applications.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.S.3.In.a
Use two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and/or four-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve expected results.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Pa.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, and processes to create works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.S.3.Su.a
Use two- and three-dimensional materials, tools, techniques, and processes to achieve an intended result.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Understanding the organizational structure of an art form provides a foundation for appreciation of artistic works and respect for the creative process.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.O.1.1Use the structural elements of art and the organizational principles of design in works of art to establish an interpretive and technical foundation for visual coherence.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.1.In.a
Create artworks that demonstrate skilled use of media to convey personal vision.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Pa.a
Use teacher-selected structural elements of art and principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Su.a
Select and use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.2Use and defend the choice of creative and technical skills to produce artworks.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.1.In.a
Create artworks that demonstrate skilled use of media to convey personal vision.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Pa.a
Use teacher-selected structural elements of art and principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Su.a
Select and use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.3Research and use the techniques and processes of various artists to create personal works.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.1.In.a
Create artworks that demonstrate skilled use of media to convey personal vision.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Pa.a
Use teacher-selected structural elements of art and principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Su.a
Select and use structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.4Compare and analyze traditional and digital media to learn how technology has altered opportunities for innovative responses and results.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.1.In.b
Describe the impact of major technological developments on visual art production and appreciation.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Pa.b
Associate artwork with the technology used to produce it.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Su.b
Recognize artwork produced by using a variety of traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.5Investigate the use of space, scale, and environmental features of a structure to create three-dimensional form or the illusion of depth and form.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.1.In.c
Explore the use of space, scale, and environmental features to create three-dimensional form or the illusion of depth and form.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Pa.c
Explore and use a variety of visual art media to create three-dimensional form.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.1.Su.c
Re-create three-dimensional form or the illusion of depth and form from a model.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The structural rules and conventions of an art form serve as both a foundation and departure point for creativity.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.O.2.1Construct new meaning through shared language, ideation, expressive content, and unity in the creative process.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.2.In.a
Select various media and techniques to communicate personal symbols and ideas through the organization of the structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Pa.a
Use basic structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Su.a
Apply basic structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.2Solve aesthetic problems, through convergent and divergent thinking, to gain new perspectives.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.2.In.a
Select various media and techniques to communicate personal symbols and ideas through the organization of the structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Pa.a
Use basic structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Su.a
Apply basic structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.3Investigate an idea in a coherent and focused manner to provide context in the visual arts.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.2.In.a
Select various media and techniques to communicate personal symbols and ideas through the organization of the structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Pa.a
Use basic structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Su.a
Apply basic structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.4Concentrate on a particular style, theme, concept, or personal opinion to develop artwork for a portfolio, display, or exhibition.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.2.In.a
Select various media and techniques to communicate personal symbols and ideas through the organization of the structural elements of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Pa.a
Use basic structural elements of art to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.2.Su.a
Apply basic structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create artworks with a new meaning.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Every art form uses its own unique language, verbal and non-verbal, to document and communicate with the world.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.O.3.1Create works of art that include symbolism, personal experiences, or philosophical view to communicate with an audience.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.3.In.a
Use vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.3.Su.b
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.3.Pa.c
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, or symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.3.2Create a series of artworks to inform viewers about personal opinions and/or current issues.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.O.3.In.a
Use vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.3.Su.b
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, and symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document a variety of ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.O.3.Pa.c
Use selected vocabulary, symbols, or symbolism unique to visual art to communicate and document ideas in artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: HISTORICAL AND GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Enduring Understanding 1: Through study in the arts, we learn about and honor others and the worlds in which they live(d).

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.H.1.1Analyze the impact of social, ecological, economic, religious, and/or political issues on the function or meaning of the artwork.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.In.a
Compare historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.2Analyze the various functions of audience etiquette to formulate guidelines for conduct in different art venues.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.In.b
Identify suitable audience behavior needed to view or experience artworks found in school, art exhibits, museums, and/or community venues.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Pa.b
Practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.b
Identify and practice specified procedures and etiquette as part of an art audience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.3Examine the significance placed on art forms over time by various groups or cultures compared to current views on aesthetics.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.c
Recognize similarities and differences between art forms across cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.In.c
Compare art forms of various cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.4Apply background knowledge and personal interpretation to discuss cross-cultural connections among various artworks and the individuals, groups, cultures, events, and/or traditions they reflect.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.c
Recognize similarities and differences between art forms across cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.In.c
Compare art forms of various cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.5Investigate the use of technology and media design to reflect creative trends in visual culture.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.Pa.c
Associate artwork with the technology used to produce it.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.d
Recognize artwork produced by a variety of traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.In.d
Describe the impact of major technological developments on visual art production and appreciation.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.6Create a timeline for the development of artists’ materials to show multiple influences on the use of art media.

Remarks:
e.g., economic, political, cultural, religious
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.In.a
Compare historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.7Research and report technological developments to identify influences on society.

Remarks:
e.g., Camera Obscura, digital media
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.Pa.c
Associate artwork with the technology used to produce it.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.d
Recognize artwork produced by a variety of traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.In.d
Describe the impact of major technological developments on visual art production and appreciation.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.8Analyze and compare works in context, considering economic, social, cultural, and political issues, to define the significance and purpose of art.

Remarks:
e.g., patronage, authority, iconography, gender, semiotics, deconstruction
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.In.a
Compare historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.9Describe the significance of major artists, architects, or masterworks to understand their historical influences.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.Pa.d
Associate selected artists, architects, or masterworks with examples of their work.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.e
Recognize how a major artist, architect, or masterwork influenced culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.In.e
Compare influences of major artists, architects, or masterworks on their culture.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.10Describe and analyze the characteristics of a culture and its people to create personal art reflecting daily life and/or the specified environment.

Remarks:
e.g., belief system, ecology, environment, current visual culture, economy
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.1.In.a
Compare historical and cultural influences that have inspired artists to produce works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Pa.a
Recognize similar themes in visual art from a variety of cultures and times.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.1.Su.a
Recognize ideas important to people, groups, cultures, or time periods that are reflected in their artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 2: The arts reflect and document cultural trends and historical events, and help explain how new directions in the arts have emerged.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.H.2.1Identify transitions in art media, technique, and focus to explain how technology has changed art throughout history.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.a
Describe how technology has led to the development of new art styles over time.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.a
Recognize structural elements of art and organizational principles of design to create and respond to artworks.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.a
Recognize how technology influences the creation of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.2Analyze the capacity of the visual arts to fulfill aesthetic needs through artwork and utilitarian objects.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.b
Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.3Analyze historical or cultural references in commemorative works of art to identify the significance of the event or person portrayed.

Remarks:
e.g., statuary
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.b
Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.4Research the history of art in public places to examine the significance of the artwork and its legacy for the future.

Remarks:
e.g., patron, corporate collections
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.b
Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.5Analyze artwork from a variety of cultures and times to compare the function, significance, and connection to other cultures or times.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.b
Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.6Analyze artistic trends to explain the rationale for creating personal adornment, visual culture, and/or design.

Remarks:
e.g., historical periods, cultures
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.2.In.b
Explain the impact artwork and utilitarian objects have on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Pa.b
Recognize an influence of visual art or utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.2.Su.b
Identify influences of visual art and utilitarian objects on the human experience.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: Connections among the arts and other disciplines strengthen learning and the ability to transfer knowledge and skills to and from other fields.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.H.3.1Synthesize knowledge and skills learned from non-art content areas to support the processes of creation, interpretation, and analysis.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.3.In.a
Apply knowledge and skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Su.a
Apply knowledge and selected skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.2Apply the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills used in art to develop creative solutions for real-life issues.

Remarks:
e.g., facts, ideas, solutions, brainstorming, field testing
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.3.In.a
Apply knowledge and skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Su.a
Apply knowledge and selected skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.3Use materials, ideas, and/or equipment related to other content areas to generate ideas and processes for the creation of works of art.

Remarks:
e.g., microscope, skeleton, Fibonacci sequence, Golden Mean, measurement: pica, inches, points
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.H.3.In.a
Apply knowledge and skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Pa.a
Use visual art to represent information from other fields.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.H.3.Su.a
Apply knowledge and selected skills from other disciplines and curriculum to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Big Idea: INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY, AND THE FUTURE
Enduring Understanding 1: Creating, interpreting, and responding in the arts stimulate the imagination and encourage innovation and creative risk-taking.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.F.1.1Use divergent thinking, abstract reasoning, and various processes to demonstrate imaginative or innovative solutions for art problems.
VA.912.F.1.2Manipulate or synthesize established techniques as a foundation for individual style initiatives in two-, three-, and/or four-dimensional applications.
VA.912.F.1.3Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability throughout the innovation process to focus and re-focus on an idea, deliberately delaying closure to promote creative risk-taking.
VA.912.F.1.4Use technological tools to create art with varying effects and outcomes.
VA.912.F.1.5Create a digital or time-based presentation to analyze and compare artists, artworks, and concepts in historical context.

Enduring Understanding 2: Careers in and related to the arts significantly and positively impact local and global economies.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.F.2.1Examine career opportunities in the visual arts to determine requisite skills, qualifications, supply-and-demand, market location, and potential earnings.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.In.a
Analyze employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair with the necessary skills and training.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among jobs that are art-related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.a
Connect employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art with the necessary skills, training, or prerequisites.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.2Examine a broad spectrum of art-related careers to identify potential employment opportunities that involve construction, management, and/or sale of aesthetic or utilitarian objects.

Remarks:
e.g., exhibition, sale of art products, manufacture of art equipment, catering for museum events, industrial design (toys, cars), architectural and interior design
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.In.a
Analyze employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art and pair with the necessary skills and training.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among jobs that are art-related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.a
Connect employment and leisure opportunities in or relating to visual art with the necessary skills, training, or prerequisites.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.3Analyze the potential economic impact of arts entities to revitalize a community or region.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among jobs that are art-related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.b
Connect the economic impact with employment opportunities in or related to visual art in individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.b
Identify the economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art in individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.4Research ideas to plan, develop, and market art-related goods, artworks, or services that influence consumer beliefs and behaviors.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.b
Recognize that visual art influences our emotions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.c
Recognize how visual art influences our buying behaviors.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.c
Compare influences of visual art on consumer beliefs and behaviors.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.5Develop a personal artist statement, résumé, presentation, or digital portfolio to interview for an art-related position or exhibition.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.c
Use a teacher-selected criterion to select personal artwork for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.d
Use teacher-selected criteria to select personal artwork for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.d
Identify and use defined criteria to select works for a portfolio.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.6Research and discuss the potential of the visual arts to improve aesthetic living.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.b
Recognize that visual art influences our emotions.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.c
Recognize how visual art influences our buying behaviors.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.c
Compare influences of visual art on consumer beliefs and behaviors.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.7Evaluate the effects of creating works of art for sale or donation to support local organizations for social or economic causes.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.a
Distinguish among jobs that are art-related vs. non-art-related.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.b
Connect the economic impact with employment opportunities in or related to visual art in individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.b
Identify the economic impact of employment opportunities in or related to visual art in individuals or communities.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.8Describe community resources to preserve, restore, exhibit, and view works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.2.Pa.d
Recognize selected community resources to exhibit and view works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.Su.e
Recognize selected community resources to preserve, restore, exhibit, and view works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.2.In.e
Identify community resources to preserve, restore, exhibit, and view works of art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10

Enduring Understanding 3: The 21st-century skills necessary for success as citizens, workers, and leaders in a global economy are embedded in the study of the arts.

BENCHMARK CODEBENCHMARK
VA.912.F.3.1Use technology applications and art skills to promote social and cultural awareness regarding community initiatives and/or concerns.

Remarks:
e.g., presentation software, video, sound, open-access collaborative web applications
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to a variety of visual art that integrates traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.a
Use a variety of traditional or contemporary technologies to create, interpret, or respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to a variety of visual art that integrates traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.2Examine the rationale for using procedural, analytical, and divergent thinking to achieve visual literacy.

Remarks:
e.g., information literacy; media
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.b
Demonstrate the use of a variety of technology to produce, store, consume, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.b
Use selected technology to access visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.b
Individually or collaboratively demonstrate the use of selected technology to produce, store, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.3Discuss how the arts help students develop self-reliance and promote collaboration to strengthen leadership capabilities as priorities change.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.c
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual and collaborative projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.c
Sequence and complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.c
Organize and complete visual art projects having three or more components.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.4Follow directions and use effective time-management skills to complete the art-making process and show development of 21st-century skills.

Remarks:
e.g., punctuality, reliability, diligence, positive work ethic
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.b
Demonstrate the use of a variety of technology to produce, store, consume, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.b
Use selected technology to access visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.b
Individually or collaboratively demonstrate the use of selected technology to produce, store, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.5Use appropriately cited sources to document research and present information on visual culture.

Remarks:
e.g., visual, digital, and textual information
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.d
Recognize ethical, legal ways to use the art of others in personal products.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.d
Recognize ownership of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.d
Recognize ownership of visual art that cannot be used in part or whole without permission.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.6Identify ethical ways to use appropriation in personal works of art.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.d
Recognize ethical, legal ways to use the art of others in personal products.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.d
Recognize ownership of visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.d
Recognize ownership of visual art that cannot be used in part or whole without permission.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.7Create a body of collaborative work to show artistic cohesiveness, team-building, respectful compromise, and time-management skills.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.c
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual and collaborative projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.c
Sequence and complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.c
Organize and complete visual art projects having three or more components.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.8Combine art and design skills with entrepreneurialism to provide community service and leverage strengths in accomplishing a common objective.

Remarks:
e.g., response to natural or man-made disasters; helping at senior centers, hospitals, and community centers
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.c
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual and collaborative projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.c
Sequence and complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.c
Organize and complete visual art projects having three or more components.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.9Identify and apply collaborative procedures to coordinate a student or community art event.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.c
Prioritize, monitor, and complete tasks related to individual and collaborative projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.c
Sequence and complete two or more steps related to individual or collaborative visual art projects.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.c
Organize and complete visual art projects having three or more components.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.10Apply rules of convention to create purposeful design.

Remarks:
e.g., exhibition guidelines, environmental concerns, required information, digital application
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.e
Identify rules of convention in purposeful design.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.e
Recognize selected visual art genres.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.e
Recognize common elements in visual art genres.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.11Demonstrate proficiency in creating individual and sequential images, animation, or media in motion with sound to solve visual problems.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.a
Create, interpret, and respond to a variety of visual art that integrates traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.a
Use a variety of traditional or contemporary technologies to create, interpret, or respond to visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.a
Create, interpret, or respond to a variety of visual art that integrates traditional and contemporary technologies.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.12Use digital equipment and peripheral devices to record, create, present, and/or share accurate visual images with others.
Related Access Point(s)
VA.912.F.3.In.b
Demonstrate the use of a variety of technology to produce, store, consume, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Pa.b
Use selected technology to access visual art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10
VA.912.F.3.Su.b
Individually or collaboratively demonstrate the use of selected technology to produce, store, or view art.
Date Adopted or Revised: 12/10



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