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Ap 2d 3d Syllabus 2019
Ap 2d 3d Syllabus 2019
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The AP portfolio exam contains two sections. The selected works section (40% of score) requires students to
demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas. The sustained investigation section (60% of
score) requires students to conduct a sustained investigation based on questions, through practice,
experimentation, and revision. Both sections of the portfolio require students to articulate information about
their work.
Both sections are required. Students earn a score for each section, and sections scores combined to produce an
overall portfolio score that may offer opportunities for college credit and/or advanced placement. The order in
which the sections are presented is not intended to suggest a curricular sequence. The works presented for
portfolio assessment may be produced in classes or on the student’s own time and may cover a period of time
longer than a single school year.
PREREQUISITES:
Students should complete Intro to Art or be pre-approved by the instructor with a portfolio review, but there is
no prerequisite. Additional visual art courses are encouraged.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:
This course is fast-paced and requires a total of 5-15 finished artworks that meet the required criteria above.
There is also a required written requirement for the portfolio. In order to achieve this objective, students must
be dedicated to working both in class and outside of the classroom at home. I will expect a high level of
commitment, engagement, energy, enthusiasm and self-sufficiency. Students are expected to attend class
regularly, on-time and make full use of the allotted class time. Students are expected to complete projects on-
time and by the stated due date. The AP deadline is not flexible and must be followed to receive AP credit.
Open Studio hours will be accommodated as needed, after school hours are rarely available but must be
scheduled with Ms. Jones 24 hours prior to the time needed. The studio space is open by 7:30 daily.
One-on-one critiques are available at any time, and can be requested at any time.
HOMEWORK:
Formal homework is typically not assigned, but students should be prepared to work on their artwork outside of
typical class time. Students should be prepared to spend four to six hours a week outside of class on their
artwork, sketches, and designs.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The student will:
Choose which exam portfolio program is appropriate.
Show an understanding of the focus of the portfolio selected.
Demonstrate a high quality of work for the digital portfolio sustained investigation section of 15 images.
Select the top five selected works pieces (3D must show 2 views of each work) for presentation (2D pieces are
mailed, 3D pieces are submitted digitally)
Think critically about materials, technique, and conceptual ideas to produce unique work.
Discuss and record the development of the concentration. Explore
postsecondary options.
The 2D portfolio is designated for work that focuses on the use of two-dimensional (2-D) elements and
principles of art and design, including point, line, shape, plane, layer, form, space, texture, color, value, opacity,
transparency, time, unity, variety, rhythm, movement, proportion, scale, balance, emphasis, contrast, repetition,
figure/group relationship, connection, juxtaposition, and hierarchy.
The 3D portfolio is designated for work that focuses on the use of three-dimensional (3-D) elements and
principles of art and design, including point, line, shape, texture, color, value, opacity, transparency, time, unity,
variety, rhythm, movement, proportion, scale, balance, emphasis, contrast, repetition, connection, juxtaposition,
and hierarchy.
This course is designed to guide students in the creation of a portfolio that meets the criteria of the AP
COLLEGE BOARD (above). The portfolio addresses major concerns in artmaking such as: creativity,
experimentation, quality, and artist dialog. There are two main sections:
SECTION I:
Quality- (Selected Works) – IMAGES OF FIVE WORKS THAT BEST DEMONSTRATE YOUR
UNDERSTANDING
Five physical works or high-quality printed reproductions of physical works (2-D), Five digital images,
2 views each work (3-D) that each demonstrate synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas using
drawing skills.
For your Quality section, choose the five works that you feel best represent your accomplishment. The five
works may be repeated in your digital portfolio. They may be a group of related works, unrelated works or a
combination of related and unrelated works.
SECTION II:
Sustained Investigation– WORKS DESCRIBING AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORATION OF A
PARTICULAR 2D DESIGN or 3D DESIGN CONCERN.
15 digital images of works of art and process documentation that demonstrate sustained
investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision.
For your concentration, you are asked to make a commitment to thoughtful, sustained investigation of a
specific visual idea. To document your process, you should present a number of conceptually related
works that show your growth and discovery. These works should use the principles listed above in an
informed and/or experimental way. It is important to define your concentration early in the year so that
the work you submit will have the focus and direction required for a sustained investigation.
Students will meet one-on-one with instructor to discuss Sustained Investigation. Student will present
sketchbook with research and documentation of plan.
ARTISTIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Staying on task and devoting your utmost attention to your work is very important for success in this course.
Make your work about the things that interest you and keep you up at night. Pursue your work with passion; do
not settle for an unresolved problem. It is your responsibility to make your work personal and important to you.
DEADLINES: Complete all assignments by designated deadlines.
Participation in critiques. Only work that is finished will be critiqued and graded. An important part of the
course in ongoing review, reflection (critique) of your own work and that of others. Submit a completed
portfolio for submission; incomplete portfolios not will be submitted.
PLAGIARISM STATEMENT:
A particular kind of honor code violation occurs with plagiarism. Plagiarism is defined as the use of another’s
words, ideas, or artwork and the presentation of them as though they are entirely one’s own. Acts of plagiarism
include but are not limited to using words, artwork or ideas from a published source (including the Internet)
without proper documentation; using the work/artwork of another student (e.g., copying another student’s
artwork, homework, composition); using excessive editing suggestions of another student, teacher, parent, or
paid editor. Plagiarism on any project or paper will result in a zero for the assignment and an Honor Code
Violation. Unless directly stipulated by the teacher, collaboration on written work/artwork is not
acceptable. Students who willingly provide other students with access to their work are in violation of the
school Honor Code.
DAILY EXPECTATIONS:
1. Be present-contribute to discussions, participate in course activities, use class time efficiently
2. Be on-time, prepared, engage and persist in art experiences
3. Complete all homework and class work with 100% effort and work on self-evaluation and improvement
4. Be responsible for tools, supplies, and studio work area
5. Respect all people, materials, artwork in the art room
6. Do your part to ensure the class runs smoothly-be careful not to distract other students
7. Clean up after yourself, cheerfully, and without reminders
8. Come prepared with a sketchbook and work to do EVERY DAY
DAILY REQUIREMENT: Bring your sketchbook, a writing instrument, a black Sharpie marker, and
any additional art tools (not provided in class) to class each day. Each student will be required to keep a
visual sketchbook (3-Ring Binder), specifically for this course, which should be brought to class and worked in
during each class meeting. The purchase of this sketchbook is the responsibility of the student. * Students are
expected to work every day.
EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT:
Totaled Percentage: <69% 70% 75% 79% 80% 85% 89% 90% 95% 100%
Course Grade: F C- C C+ B- B B+ A- A A+
GRADE DISTRIBUTION:
Your grade will reflect the overall quality, thoroughness and dedication you have put forth in each part of the
course listed below. Your grade will be determined as follows:
*The course activities will be scored by content-specific rubrics that will be provided to the students in advance
of the given assignments
TARDY POLICY:
Once the tardy bell rings AND YOU ARE NOT IN THE CLASSROOM, YOU WILL BE MARKED
TARDY AND MUST SIGN THE TARDY SHEET. EVEN IF YOU ARE 30 SECONDS LATE. Please
see the Tardy Policy in your Student Handbook.
Additional resources:
If you or your parents are concerned about your performance in this class, please don’t hesitate to speak with me
or contact me via email. If necessary, after school appointments will be scheduled.
CLASSROOM GUIDELINES
I have read and understand the requirements, rules/classroom guidelines and expectations outlined in
this course Syllabus and agree to abide by them.
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Print Student Name
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Student Signature Date
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Parent/Guardian Signature Date