USD 240 Art Education
 
BENNINGTON//TESCOTT *The purpose of this sight is to allow you an understanding of how the Bennington and Tescott High School art classes progress from foundational techniques to advanced art theory. This sight can also be used to find course descriptions or projects that the art department is currently working on, and will allow you to learn a little about your art teacher. COURSE DECRIPTIONS: COURSE TITLE: Art 1 Duration: One Semester Pre-Requisite: None Grade: 9-12 Credit:1/2 Fee: Dependent upon projects and materials This is an introduction to art with the emphasis on basic art skills in the areas of drawing, painting, jewelry, graphics, and sculpture. The class will focus on the discipline-based art stages of art production, and art history. COURSE TITLE: Art II Duration: One Semester Pre-Requisite: Art 1 Grade: 10-12 Credit: 1/2 Fee: Dependent upon projects and materials Art II is an advanced art class using all mediums. It focuses on the discipline based art education stages of art production, art history, evaluation, and aesthetics. COURSE TITLE: Art III/ Graphic Design Duration: One semester Pre-Requisite: Art II Grade : 11-12 Fee: Dependent upon projects and materials Art III is an advanced art course dealing primarily with computer graphics and advanced design techniques. Students will need the knowledge obtained in Art 1 and Art II to succeed in this class. COURSE TITLE: Art Independent Study Duration: One Semester Pre-Requisite: Art II and with permission of the instructor and principal. Grade: 11-12 Credit:1/2 Fee: Dependent upon projects and materials. This class is a highly advanced class in which self motivation is the key to success. The student will pick two mediums to study in depth for a semester. They will study the history and techniques associated with that medium. Our art program is based on the 4 primary areas of Art Production, Art Criticism, Art History, and Aesthetics.