This course focuses on the development of media arts skills through the production of art works

involving traditional and emerging technologies, tools, and techniques such as new media, computer

animation, and web environments. Students will explore the evolution of media arts as an extension

of traditional art forms, use the creative process to produce effective media art works, and criti-

cally analyse the unique characteristics of this art form. Students will examine the role of media

artists in shaping audience perceptions of identity, culture, and values. Prerequisite: Media Arts,

Grade 10, Open, or any Grade 9 or 10 arts course

The expectations for this course in media arts are organized in three distinct but related strands:

* CREATING AND PRESENTING: A1. The Creative Process: apply the creative process to

create media art works, individually and/or collaboratively; A2. The Principles of Media Arts: de-

sign and produce media art works, applying the principles of media arts and using various elements from contributing

arts (dance, drama, music, visual arts); A3. Using Technologies, Tools, and Techniques: apply traditional and emerg-

ing technologies, tools, and techniques to produce and present media art works for a variety of audiences and pur-

poses.

* REFLECTING, RESPONDING, AND ANALYSING: B1. The Critical Analysis Process: demonstrate an under-

standing of the critical analysis process by using it to monitor the creative process, and by examining, interpreting,

assessing, and reflecting on media art works; B2. Identity and Values: demonstrate an understanding of how media

art works reflect personal and cultural identity, and affect personal, cultural, and community values and their aware-

ness of those values; B3. Connections Beyond the Classroom: demonstrate an understanding of the types of knowl-

edge and skills that are transferable beyond the media arts classroom.

* FOUNDATIONS: C1. Terminology: demonstrate an understanding of, and use correct terminology when refer-

ring to, elements, principles, and other concepts relating to media arts; C2. Contexts and Influences: demonstrate

an understanding of the sociocultural & historical contexts of media arts; C3. Responsible Practices: demonstrate an

understanding of responsible practices associated with producing, presenting, and experiencing media art works.

This course is based on the successful completion of several major projects. Be prepared to make a commitment to

our work daily. The Photography & Media Arts Club meets at lunch five days a week in the Art room for you to be

successful with your work. Should you have any questions about your child’s progress, please do not hesitate to call

the school, 519-376-4278.

How this course supports expectations for the Catholic School Graduate

This course seeks to further the achievement of the Catholic Graduate expectations by inte-

grating scripture, Catholic Church teaching, and moral and ethical reflection into the curricu-

lum. Two specific Catholic School Graduate Expectations which are emphasized in the Media

Arts projects include but not limited to: Social Justice Media Arts project and possible ISU

chosen project(s): A responsible citizen who gives witness to Catholic social teaching by promoting peace, justice and

the sacredness of human life. All Major Projects have Reflective components and Daily Media Arts Journal (which

investigates a variety of Media Arts involving Social Justice issues) developed throughout the semester - A reflec-

tive, creative and holistic thinker who solves problems and makes responsible decisions with an informed moral con-

science for the common good;

Course Description

E V A L U A T I O N

A N D

G R A D I N G

Knowledge and

Understanding

10%

Communication 10%

Thinking and Inquiry 10%

Application

• Major Studio

Projects

40%

Summative

Evaluation:

• Daily Media Arts

Journal (10%)

• ISU: Media Arts

Career Research

paper & Project (10%)

• Digital Portfolio (10%)

30%

St. Mary’s High School

Media Arts

M R . S . A R N E T T B . F . A . ( H O N S S P E C . ) ,

B . E D . , R E L . E D . S P E C .

F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 9 - 2 0

G R A D E 1 1 , M E D I A A R T S ( A S M 3 M )

U N I V E R S I T Y / C O L L E G E P R E P A R A T I O N

Work Ethic and Learning Skills

A strong work ethic is essential

for success in this course.

Therefore, it is expected that

students will demonstrate the

following learning skills;

• Initiative

• Teamwork

• Organization

• Work habits

Learning skills will be reported

on a four point scale (E– Excel-

lent, G - Good, S— Satisfac-

tory, N— Needs improvement),

and will appear on the students’

provincial report card. The

separate evaluation and report-

ing of the learning skills in

these four areas reflects the

critical role of the students.

P A G E 2

Student Expectations

• Treat everyone with respect.

• Demonstrate your creation

process daily – since 40% of

your mark is based on this

strand.

• Arrive on time for class.

• All Warm-up activities are to

be completed in your Media

Arts Journal daily.

• Earphones should be used for

listening to audio files and

music.

• Follow all class procedures.

• No food or drinks

(exp. water) should be

consumed in the lab.

Routines: Daily Media Arts Journal (10%)

Daily Warm Up Activities

Start at the beginning of class for approx. 10 minutes. All students are expected to

participate in all Warm Up Activities and use their Media Arts Journal daily.

Monday - Deconstruct TV Commercials - 3 Questions

Tuesday – Spot the Detail/Media Art History Files—Questions, Lego Mini Figures/Pokemon: Evolution

Wednesday – Deconstruct Advertisements/Critique Media Arts Image: 3 Questions (Alternates each

week)

Thursday – Film Trailers Analysis/Deconstruct Music Videos: 3 Questions Alternates each week)

Friday – No Warm Up

Daily Warm Up Activity: Absences

If you are legitimately absent and miss participating in a Warm Up Activity, it is the students responsibility

to complete the work in their Media Arts Journal upon their first day back to school.

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Grade Range Achievement Level

80-100% LEVEL 4 - A very high to outstanding level of achievement.

Achievement is above the provincial standard.

70-79% LEVEL 3 - A high level of achievement.

Achievement is at the provincial standard.

60-69% LEVEL 2 - A moderate level of achievement.

Achievement is below but, approaching the provincial standard.

50-59% LEVEL 1 - A passable level of achievement.

Achievement is below the provincial standard.

Below 50% LEVEL R - Insufficient achievement of curriculum expectations.

A credit will not be granted.

I have read and understand the contents of the course outline:

Student Signature: __________________________ Date: _________________

Parent/Guardian

Signature: _______________________________ Date:_____________________

Submitting Projects Projects are to be submitted for evalua-tion by saving the final file on the school

network: K:\Mr. Ar-nett\ASM3M\Project Name\folder\student name

Submitting Projects Late • All late assignments will receive a

mark of ZERO. If a valid reason exists, extensions can be requested from your teacher at least one day before the due

date. • Where the student has failed to com-plete an assignment by the revised due

date, a “ZERO” will be recorded. • If you are legitimately absent on the day a assignment is due, it is the stu-

dent’s responsibility to hand in the work at the end of the period, upon the next day back to class. Where the student has failed to hand in the work

on the day they return to class a

“ZERO” will be recorded.

Course & Project Outlines are downloadable as PDF files—24/7— smhs.bgcdsb.org - St. Mary’s School Website – All project outlines and

this course outline are posted under School Directory: Mr. Arnett—>

St. Mary’s High School Visual, Media and Photographic Arts Department.

P A G E 3

Grade 11 Media Arts - Projects Breakdown