Arts Education
Arts Education: A Curriculum Guide for the Elementary Level
(K-1)
February 2006
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Aim
Goals
Philosophy
Strands
Objectives
Components
The Creative/Productive Component
The Cultural/Historical Component
The Critical/Responsive Component
Saskatchewan and Canadian Content
Arts Education and Special Events
Outline and Content of the Curriculum
Common Essential Learnings
Communication
Critical and Creative Thinking
Independent Learning
Numeracy
Personal and Social Development
Technological Literacy
Adaptive Dimension
Inclusive Education
First Nation and Métis Content and Perspectives
Multicultural Content and Perspectives
Gender Equity
Dance
Drama
Music
Visual Art
Resource-based Learning
Resident Artists in Schools
Arts and Education Partnerships
Career Development
Technology for Teaching and Learning
Reflective Practice and Professional Development
Core Curriculum Checklists
Assessment and Evaluation
Assessing Process and Product in Arts Education
Portfolios
Portfolio Conferences
Digital Portfolios
Rubrics
Creating Rubrics
Translating Rubrics into Grades
Recordkeeping, Grading, and Reporting
Sample Assessment Checklists, Recordkeeping Forms, and Rubrics
Responding to Arts Expressions
Classroom Climate
Preparation and Background Information
Teacher Preparation
Preparing Students
Approaches and Responding Strategies
Formal Criticism Approach
Creative Approach
Contextual Approach
Multi-connection Approach
Responding to Student Work
Kindergarten
Learning Objectives
Kindergarten Arts Education Learning Centres
Elementary Level Dance
Introduction to Dance
The Dance Strand
Dance Unit Overviews and Sample Topics for Grades 1-5
Foundational Objectives
Kindergarten to Grade 5 Developmental Continuum
Instructional Guidelines for Teaching Dance at the Elementary Level
Planning from the Dance Section of the Curriculum Guide
Planning Lessons and Units
Planning for Students' Dance Making
The Dance-making Process at a Glance
The Dance-making Process in Detail
The Elements of Dance
Tips for Teaching the Dance-making Lesson
Dance Groupings and Gender
Accompaniment
Percussion Instruments
Music
Student-created Accompaniment
Dance, Socieities, and Cultures
Teaching a Set Dance
Working with Choreographers and Dancers
Grade 1 Dance
Unit 1: Learning About Motion
Unit 2: Ideas and Inspirations
Unit 3: Making Sense of Things
Unit 4: The World of Dance
Grade 1 Sample Unit
Grade 1 Appendix: Introducing the Dance Elements
Dance Glossary
Elementary Level Drama
Introduction to Drama
The Drama Strand
Drama Unit Overviews and Sample Topics for Grades 1-5
Foundational Objectives
Kindergarten to Grade 5 Developmental Continuum
Planning from the Drama Section of the Curriculum Guide
The Curriculum Structure
Planning Lessons and Units
Planning the Drama
The Process at a Glance
The Drama-making Process in Detail
Grade 1 Drama
Unit 1: Learning to Create
Unit 2: Ideas and Inspirations
Unit 3: Making Sense of Things
Unit 4: The World of Drama
Grade 1 Drama Sample Unit
Drama Glossary
Elementary Level Music
Introduction to Music
The Music Strand
Music Unit Overviews and Sample Topics for Grades 1-5
Foundational Objectives
Kindergarten to Grade 5 Developmental Continuum
Instructional Guidelines for Teaching Music at the Elementary Level
Planning from the Music Section of the Curriculum Guide
The Curriculum Structure
Planning Lessons and Units
Planning for Composing in the Classroom
Sample Activities for Composing in the Classroom
Grade 1 Music
Unit 1: Learning to Hear
Unit 2: Ideas and Inspirations
Unit 3: Making Sense of Things
Unit 4: The World of Music
Grade 1 Music Sample Unit
Appendix A: Music Elements and Concepts for K-5
Appendix B: Vocal and Instrumental Expectations for K-5
Appendix C: Introduction to Improvising
Music Glossary
Elementary Level Visual Art
Introduction to Art
The Visual Art Strand
Visual Art Unit Overviews and Sample Topics for Grades 1-5
Foundational Objectives
Kindergarten to Grade 5 Developmental Continuum
Instructional Guidelines for Teaching Visual Art at the Elementary Level
Guiding Students in Their Creations
Planning from the Visual Art Section of the Curriculum Guide
The Curriculum Structure
Planning Lessons and Unit
Grade 1 Visual Art
Unit 1: Learning to See
Unit 2: Ideas and Inspirations
Unit 3: Making Sense of Things
Unit 4: The World of Art
Grade 1 Visual Art Sample Unit
Grade 1 Appendix A: Introductory Activities For The Elements of Art
Grade 1 Appendix B: Introductory Drawing Activities
Visual Art Glossary
Sample Topics Across Areas of Study
References