Media and Techniques · JHS3 Creative Arts And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.2.1.1.1 - Explore and identify media and techniques used to create visual artworks by casting, assemblage and folding

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define casting, assemblage and folding in their own words and give at least one example of each technique.
Identify and name at least five tools, materials and equipment used for casting, assemblage and folding from realia, pictures or videos.
Sort and classify given tools and materials under the correct technique (casting, assemblage or folding) and justify their classification.
Demonstrate safe handling and proper storage of tools and materials during a practical exploration session.
Discuss and record findings on the suitability of different materials for each technique, using art-specific vocabulary.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Creative Arts (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Media and Techniques (2.1)
Content standard: B9.2.1.1 - Visual Arts: Demonstrate understanding and apply media and techniques in casting, assemblage and folding
Indicator: B9.2.1.1.1 - Explore and identify media and techniques used to create visual artworks by casting, assemblage and folding
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 10 (Week 10 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. 74
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify, describe, discuss and record information on available tools, materials and equipment from a variety of sources for casting, assemblage and folding. Examples: from videos/illustrations/pictures/realia
2. Test, classify and discuss the use of the tools, materials, equipment according to their findings on casting, assemblage and folding.
3. Apply the tools, materials and equipment safely and skilfully to create own artefacts using casting, assemblage and folding techniques and display them for appraisal using peer- and self-evaluation to review work for feedback. Examples of art specific language vocabulary: casting, assemblage and folding.
4. Apply knowledge and skills in safety, maintenance and sustainability to organise and store tools, materials and equipment, and clean up the work space.