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Visual And Performing Arts Departmental Statement The Visual and Performing Arts are a fundamental means of expression and communication in all societies. The Visual and Performing Arts at A.I.S. are an expression of personal and cultural diversity within the context of the school and the community at large. Students will have the opportunity to develop and refine techniques, explore methods for finding solutions and learn to compare and evaluate their own work in relation to models of musical performance and fine arts. Course Selection The minimum requirement for a High School Diploma is two credits in Arts courses. These can be either in Visual Art and Music. Visual Arts The High School Visual Art program is an intensive course of study at four successive levels, in which increasing emphasis is placed on technical confidence and a critical and conceptual understanding of Art methodology. Students should enter Introductory Art and progress through Intermediate Art and Advanced Art. Finally a one-year Advanced Placement Program (AP) is offered at the senior level for students approved by the AP Coordinator and the Art teacher. Normally, students would have completed Introductory Art to Advanced Art before being accepted for the AP Course. Entry into Intermediate Art, Advanced Art and Art-AP without completion of a prior level will be at the discretion of the Art teacher. Students may be permitted to take more than one Art course in a single year at the discretion of the Art teacher. Music Students taking Music courses should be prepared to purchase their own musical instrument for the Brass and Woodwind ensemble. Entry into Music 3C or Music 4C, without completion of a Music1C or Music 2C course will be at the discretion of the Music teacher. Drama Junior and Senior Drama are practical courses developing student skills in the dramatic arts. The courses look at Drama in History as a precursor to performance. The participants study technical and performing roles for both class based and school based performance, including dramatic, musical and film genres. Only in exceptional cases will students take two Junior Drama courses or two Senior Drama courses. Entry into the Drama 3C course or Drama 4C course without completion of the Drama 1C course or Drama 2C course will be at the discretion of the Drama teacher. Students wishing to take two Junior Drama courses or two Senior Drama courses will have to apply directly to the Drama teacher.
Visual Arts
Course Description This course introduces a variety of basic Art skills and practices. Students undertake practical assignments to explore color, composition, drawing, and painting. Media experiences include pencil, pastel, crayons, acrylic paint and a 3-D craft. Students will also use Art as a vehicle to explore “Pop” Art, including commercial and cartoon imagery. Students produce a major artwork in the “pop” style, reflecting their place in the culture and community in which they live. Learner Outcomes The course is practical and will explore drawing, painting, printmaking and a 3-D craft. The student will develop a range of skills that will give them basic technical vocabulary and an awareness of the fundamentals of creating art works. Students will understand the processes used to make contemporary art through using the Pop Art model. Assessment Practical assignments are graded according to criteria provided by the Art teacher.
Course Description This course re-emphasizes skills gained in ARTIC. The program extends the range of media investigated to include watercolor, colored pencil, ink and reduction lino cutting. Approaches to art-making include drawing from life. Students will consider a range of artistic models including art nouveau, and a variety of artists studying the figure. Learner Outcomes The student will gain a range of advanced drawing and painting techniques. They will use these in combination with the use of artistic models to be able to design and execute increasingly personalized art works. Assessment Practical assignments are graded according to criteria provided by the Art teacher.
Course Description Students are introduced to a variety of contemporary art styles, including surrealism, cubism, expressionism, and abstraction. They have the opportunity to use a variety of media to explore a personal response to major movements in twentieth century art. Learner Outcomes The student can design and execute sophisticated images, using the appropriate media. They will be aware of contemporary art movements, and able to compare and criticize their own work in relation to this knowledge. Assessment Practical assignments are graded according to criteria provided by the Art teacher.
Course Description Students are introduced to a variety of contemporary art styles, including surrealism, cubism, expressionism, and abstraction. They have the opportunity to use a variety of media to explore a personal response to major movements in twentieth century art. Learner Outcomes The student can design and execute sophisticated images, using the appropriate media. They will be aware of contemporary art movements, and able to compare and criticize their own work in relation to this knowledge. Assessment Practical assignments are graded according to criteria provided by the Art teacher.
Course Description As technology plays a larger role in our society, three main areas of need emerge: a greater need for regular users to know basic web skills, a greater demand for professional designers and developers, and a greater need to have in-depth, specific knowledge of particular technology tools. This course is intended to prepare students to function and excel in a digital society and will consist of four units of study. Each unit will embrace a range of skills related to the design, development, and execution of projects using technology tools. This course is for students who have completed Art to 2C level, and who have completed at least Computer Studies and Information Technology. Priority will be given to Grade 11 and 12 students. Unit 1: Digital Photography This unit will look at the use of Single Lens Reflex cameras. It will address issues including focusing, focal length, aperture settings, lighting and selection of appropriate subject matter. The course will also look at the use of software to manipulate and print digital images. Unit 2: Documentary Making Creating documentaries is a challenge. It requires that students understand an issue, its complexity, and the multiple perspectives through which different people view the subject. This unit will look at the use of Digital Video cameras to make documentaries. It will address issues including use of a video camera, storyboarding, settings and interview techniques, lighting and selection of appropriate subject matter. The course will also look at the use of software to manipulate and edit digital film. Students will recognize the important elements of their topic, sequence the instruction, and then choose images, video footage, and music that explain their topic. Unit 3: Animation This unit will look at the use of Digital Video cameras to make animated films. It will address issues including use of a video camera, storyboarding, settings and ‘claymation’ techniques, lighting and selection of appropriate subject matter. The course will also look at the use of software to manipulate and edit digital film. Unit 4: Web Design This unit will look at the use of Digital software, including Dreamweaver and Fireworks to make web pages. It will address issues including use of appropriate design methodologies and interactive strategies. An Electronic Portfolio will showcase their course work online. Portfolios are a popular way to communicate progress and learning. This project will incorporate real world aspects of planning, design, building, and testing. Learner Outcomes Students develop these key skills in a spiral. Successive projects will add more challenging skills onto the foundation proficiencies. Digital Design addresses each of these areas using a project-based approach. To simulate a professional work environment, students will gradually incorporate their design work into group projects. Projects consist of activities that will require students to evaluate and then redesign and rework their communications. Assessment The course aims to develop four key skill areas:
Course Description The AP Studio Art Program is an externally assessed course for motivated and capable Art students. Students will be expected to fulfill course requirements for the AP course and may submit up to 3 separate portfolios, one each for drawing, 2-D design (painting, printmaking, graphics etc.) and 3-D design (sculpture). Note: 3-D Design may not always be available as a option. The portfolio consists of 24 slides and 5 actual artworks for each section selected, and is submitted in May. Learner Outcomes Students can execute a variety of artworks demonstrating the A.P. requirements of breadth, depth and concentration. Student’s work will show a sophistication of technique and conceptual understanding in the areas selected for study. Students will be able to select and submit a portfolio for examination. Assessment Coursework will be graded throughout the year using set criteria. Portfolio will be assessed externally by the A.P. organization. Music
NOTE: All students who take any music course must own or purchase an instrument approved by the instructor (approximate cost is HKD$2,500 to $4,000) Course Description The objective of this course is for students to acquire the fundamental skills needed to play a band instrument at an introductory level. Students should practice their instruments at home with the texts and CDs provided and with Smartmusic performance computer program. Students are expected to practice a minimum of 20 minutes daily. Students must be prepared to attend weekly band practices on Fridays after school from 3-4 pm. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
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Course Description Students in MUS2C will continue to develop performance skills on their instrument, or switch to a new instrument similar to their first. Students are expected to practice a minimum of 20 minutes daily with the texts and CDs provided and with Smartmusic performance computer program. Students must be prepared to attend weekly band practices on Fridays after school from 3-4 pm. Learner Outcomes Students will develop their knowledge and understanding in:
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Course Description Student in MUS3C will develop their performance skills to a high level, as well as participate in the High School musical, and the Southeast Asia Music Festival, which will be adjudicated in a concert hall. Elements of working co-operatively to achieve a high level of group performance will be explored. Students are expected to practice a minimum of 30 minutes daily with the texts and CDs provided and with Smartmusic performance computer program. Students must be prepared to attend weekly band practices on Fridays after school from 3-4 pm. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
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Course Description Student in MUS4C will develop their performance skills to a high level, as well as participate in the High School musical, and the Southeast Asia Music Festival, which will be adjudicated in a concert hall. Elements of working co-operatively to achieve a high level of group performance will be explored. Students are expected to practice a minimum of 30 minutes daily with the texts and CDs provided and with Smartmusic performance computer program. Students must be prepared to attend weekly band practices on Fridays after school from 3-4 pm. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
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Drama
Course Description Junior Drama looks at various aspects of Drama through performance. Students will work with many different groups of people during the assessments they will perform throughout the year. Assessments range from improvisation, pair work to full cast performances. Students will develop skills on stage as well as off, and will also work on developing their skills at interacting with various people. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
Assessment The course is assessed according to the following breakdown:
For each performance task, students will be assessed in the above three areas.
Course Description Junior Drama looks at various aspects of Drama through performance. Students will work with many different groups of people during the assessments they will perform throughout the year. Assessments range from improvisation, pair work to full cast performances. Students will develop skills on stage as well as off, and will also work on developing their skills at interacting with various people. Students who take this course and have completed Drama 1C will extend their learning through working with different scripts and mediums and developing technical skills used in drama production. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
Assessment The course is assessed according to the following breakdown:
For each performance task, students will be assessed in the above three areas.
Course Description Senior Drama continues on from Junior Drama in developing Students skills in performance. This course looks at Drama in History as well as in performance. The participants in this course are required to be leaders in performance for the year, taking on major technical roles for the Junior Show and major lead roles for the High School Musical. They will also be required to write and produce a junior show. Senior Drama will be a challenging, but rewarding course for all who participate. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
Assessment The course is assessed according to the following breakdown:
For each performance task, students will be assessed in the above three areas. Performance task also includes Technical responsibilities.
Course Description Senior Drama continues on from Junior Drama in developing Students skills in performance. This course looks at Drama in History as well as in performance. The participants in this course are required to be leaders in performance for the year, taking on major technical roles for the Junior Show and major lead roles for the High School Musical. They will also be required to write and produce a junior show. Senior Drama will be a challenging, but rewarding course for all who participate. Students who take this course and have completed Drama 3C will extend their learning through working with different scripts and mediums and extending the technical skills used in drama production. Learner Outcomes Students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding in:
Assessment The course is assessed according to the following breakdown:
For each performance task, students will be assessed in the above three areas. Performance task also includes Technical responsibilities. |
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