Design in Nature… · JHS3 Creative Arts And Design

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.1.1.1.3 - Research to identify and record in writing what constitutes the principles of design and describe how they are used to organise the elements of design into building blocks for creative expression of design in nature and the manmade environment.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Research and list the principles of design, including variety and proportion, using at least two different sources (textbooks, internet, or observation of the local environment).
Describe in writing how each principle of design organises the elements of design (such as line, shape, colour, form, value) into a unified composition.
Identify and record at least three examples of variety and proportion found in natural designs and three found in manmade designs in their local area.
Apply the principles of variety and proportion to create a simple design of their own using available materials, and explain in one paragraph how the principles guided their choices.
Present their findings orally to the class, organising their ideas in a clear order with relevant detail.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Design (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Design in Nature and Manmade Environment (1.1)
Content standard: B9.1.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of design as a concept in relation to the elements (form, value) and principles (variety, proportion) of design and as a medium for creative expression of design in nature and the manmade environment.
Indicator: B9.1.1.1.3 - Research to identify and record in writing what constitutes the principles of design and describe how they are used to organise the elements of design into building blocks for creative expression of design in nature and the manmade environment.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 3 (Week 3 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Creative Arts and Design, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 67
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

5. Search for and organise relevant information to describe and record the principles of design and how they apply in nature and the manmade environment for reflection. Examples: variety, proportion

Wide colour table depicts an outdoor setting, water. Visible labels, values, and notation include: Natural designs... — A wide colour table depicts an outdoor setting, water. Visible labels, values, and notation include: Natural designs Zimbabwe; Manmade design; Source: Pinterest.com.

Natural designs Zimbabwe
Manmade design
Source: Pinterest.com
4. Identify, describe and record examples of principles of design in nature and the manmade environment for appreciation and discussion.
5. Apply knowledge gained to select examples of elements and principles of design to create own designs using available manual and digital tools, materials and techniques for appreciation, display and feedback.

Wide colour art-and-design visual is organised as a table with horizontal divisions, vertical divisions, coloured... — A wide colour art-and-design visual is organised as a table with horizontal divisions, vertical divisions, coloured regions. Visible labels, values, and notation include: Repetition changes Perspective.