Competencies

At the eighth grade level i would expect students to be literate in the principles and elements of art. i would expect them to be able to use a wide range a mediums in the art room including clay and paint. they should be refining their motor skills and be able to show craft or neatness in their works, as well as conceptual ideas. i would expect every eighth grade student to be able to write a reflection on both art making processes and there finished projects.  i would want these students to also be able to use a computer as a resources to look up artists and processes of art in different time periods. they will be able to work together, respect each other and create as a community and as individuals. i would expect discussions about the topic to be building on and expanding ideas.