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COURSE INFORMATION SHEET
SECONDARY SCHOOL: MICHAEL POWER/ ST. JOSEPH H.S.
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Mr. Jerry Hryhorsky
DEPARTMENT: Arts & Technology/ Visual Arts
CURRICULUM POLICY DOCUMENT
COURSE TITLE
PRE-REQUISITE
Visual Arts
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The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 9and 10, The Arts
COURSE CODE
GRADE & TYPE
AVI 1O1
Grade 9
Open
FULL YEAR /
SEMESTER
Semestered CREDIT VALUE 1
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course offers an overview of visual arts as a foundation for further study. Students will become familiar with
the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials through working with a
range of materials, processes, techniques, and styles. They will learn and use methods of analysis and criticism and
will study the characteristics of particular historical art periods and a selection of Canadian art and the art of other
cultures.
LISTED IN ORDER OF INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY
STRAND / UNIT TITLES HOURS OVERALL EXPECTATIONS / UNIT DESCRIPTION
DRAWING:
SELF PORTRAITS 21
PAINTING
DISCOVERING THE LAND
SCULPTURE
MASKS
PRINTMAKING
20
26
14
introductory unit- student will experiment, explore and utilize variety of
drawing media, tools & techniques to express and reflect upon personal
interests and concerns in a “ self portrait”
work in the Research Work Book lays the foundation for this and other
units.
Colour Theory investigations and experiments will help the student
recognize the impact of colour in art.
Painting in a realistic and modified style ( stylized/semi-abstract) the
natural environment will allow the student to apply colour theory
knowledge and introduce painting techniques and style.
RWB work will support this unit.
The student will have an opportunity to work with clay and papier
Mache , paint and a variety of decorative materials to build a mask that
communicates an original story or legend and that reflects an
understanding of traditional masks from various cultures.
use of a variety of materials, tools, techniques will be used
RWB work will support this unit.
RWB will investigate the history and techniques of traditional
printmaking.
Themes related to the Christian calendar will be used to develop ideas
for a lino-cut print..
production of an edition of prints will allow the student to experiment
with embossing, relief and intaglio processes

INFORMATIONAL DESIGN
SELL A PRODUCT
ART HISTORY AND
APPRECIATION
CANADIAN ART 12
FINAL ASSESSMENT
PORTFOLIO PIECE
7
12
understanding of the mass media and the role of advertising will lead to
a deconstruction of various ads by the student.
creation of an original and appropriate ad suing a variety of tools,
techniques, media and technologies will allow the student to apply
knowledge of advertising in an original way..
RWB work will support this process.
Through study of select examples of Canadian art, students will become
involved in analysing, researching, evaluating masterworks.
appropriate art vocabulary will be introduced
Art works studied relate to themes of the studio units.
a fieldtrip to the AGO or McMichael Gallery will support this unit.
Tests will also form part of this unit and will be summative evaluations
for each studio unit as well
This summative task asks the student to develop a proposal based on a
chosen/researched theme and to produce an art work in a chosen
discipline ( from those studied this year) that reflects the research and
proposal.
The student will present the finished works to the class for a group
critique.
STUDENT EVALUATION CRITERIA
TERM – 70% FINAL – 30%
10 ≤ RELATIVE EMPHASIS / WEIGHTING ≤ 40 RELATIVE EMPHASIS / WEIGHTING
KNOWLEDGE/UNDERSTANDING 10 K/U 4
INQUIRY/THINKING 10 I/T 4
COMMUNICATION 10 C 4
APPLICATION 40 A 18
TERM TOTAL 70 FINAL TOTAL 30
FINAL REPORT CARD GRADE
CALCULATION – 100%
TERM TOTAL + FINAL TOTAL
= REPORT CARD MARK
short answers
ASSESSMENT FORMAT USED
WRITTEN PERFORMANCE OTHER
journal responses
research notes
multiple choice
paragraph responses
Production of a
portfolio of pieces
presentations, group and
individual
teacher observation
skills checklist
interviews
TEXTS:
Studio Resources:
EXCURSIONS
RESOURCES
Art Talk, Raglans, 2 nd ed.
Discovering Canadian Art, Bennett et al
Canadian Art, Building a Heritage, MacGregor et al
Various as required
Fieldtrip to AGO or McMichael Gallery

PLAGIARISM
LATE
MISSED WORK
ABSENCES
HOMEWORK
TEACHER CONTACTS
EXTRA HELP
REPORTING DATES
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
Mark of zero of part plagiarized with a chance to redo a major
written assignment.
10% deduction for work up to one week late, after which, work is
not accepted.
Student must be responsible for missed work and must make
every attempt to get caught up.
Homework is an important part of the learning process . It is
expected that students will do homework assignments in order to
be prepared for the next step in class.
Daily or weekly checks may help to keep students up to date.
Advanced notice of RWB collection for evaluation.
EWL early warning letters, phone calls e-mails, mid term reports,
parent’s night, report cards
After school as required by individual needs.

LEARNING SKILLS CRITERIA
IN EACH REPORTING PERIOD, REPORT ON THE QUALITY OF THE LEARNING SKILLS DEMONSTRATED BY THE
STUDENT IN EACH OF THE CATEGORIES IDENTIFIED ON THE REPORT CARD USING THE FOLLOWING LETTER
SYMBOLS.
E–EXCELLENT G–GOOD S–SATISFACTORY N–NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
SKILL: WORKS INDEPENDENTLY
INDICATORS:
• accomplishes tasks independently
• accepts responsibility for completing tasks
• follows instructions
• regularly completes assignments on time and with care
• demonstrates self-direction in learning
• independently selects, evaluates, and uses appropriate
learning materials, resources, and activities
• organizes work when faced with a number of tasks
• devises and follows a coherent plan to complete a task
• follows specific steps to reach goals or to make
improvements
• revises steps and strategies when necessary to achieve a goal
• seeks out new opportunities for learning
• responds to challenges and takes risks
• demonstrates interest and curiosity about concepts, objects,
events, and resources
• seeks necessary and additional information in print,
electronic, and media resources
• identifies problems to solve, conducts investigations, and
generates questions for further inquiry
• requires little prompting to complete a task, displaying selfmotivation
and self-direction
SKILL: ORGANIZATION
INDICATORS:
SKILL: INITIATIVE
INDICATORS:
SKILL: TEAMWORK
INDICATORS:
• demonstrates persistence in bringing tasks to completion
• uses time effectively
• uses prior knowledge and experience to solve problems and
make decisions
• reflects on learning experiences
• manages and uses time effectively and creatively
• demonstrates ability to organize and manage information
• follows an effective process for inquiry and research
• uses appropriate information technologies to organize
information and tasks
• approaches new learning situations with confidence and a
positive attitude
• develops original ideas and devises innovative procedures
• attempts a variety of learning activities
• seeks assistance when needed
• uses information technologies in creative ways to improve
learning for self or others
• works willingly and cooperatively with others
• questions the ideas of the group to seek clarification, test
• shares resources, materials, and equipment with others thinking, or reach agreement
• responds and is sensitive to the needs and welfare of others • shows respect for the ideas and opinions of others in the
• solves problems collaboratively
group or class
• accepts various roles, including leadership roles
• listens attentively, without interrupting
• takes responsibility for his or her own share of the work to be • in discussions, paraphrases points of view and asks questions
done
to clarify meaning and promote understanding
• works to help achieve the goals of the group or the class • recognizes the contribution of group members by means of
• helps to motivate others, encouraging them to participate encouragement, support, or praise
• contributes information and ideas to solve problems and • seeks consensus and negotiates agreement before making
make decisions
decisions
SKILL: WORK HABITS/HOMEWORK
• completes homework on time and with care
• puts forth consistent effort
• follows directions
• shows attention to detail
• uses materials and equipment effectively
INDICATORS:
• begins work promptly and uses time effectively
• perseveres with complex projects that require sustained effort
• applies effective study practices
NOTE: The above chart is a reformatting of the skills identified in the Ministry of Education’s Guide to the
Provincial Report Card, Grades 9 – 12 : Appendix C: pages 27 to 29 .