Curriculum Policy Document

Visual Arts - The Ontario Curriculum

Course Title

 Film Production

Course Code

AWR3M

Grade & Type

11,

University/College Preparation

Pre-requisite

None

Full Year / Semester

Semester

Credit Value

1.00

Course Description

This course will develop the knowledge and skills that enable students to communicate ideas, feelings and beliefs through the artistic medium of film and video. Through the critical analysis process, students will evaluate the vision of important Canadian and international directors, filmmakers and artists. Students will use the creative process to create films within a personal, contemporary, historical, and cultural context. 

Unit 1 - History of Film

Unit 2 - Pre-Production, Production, Post-Production

Unit 3 - The Film Industry and its Genres

Unit 4 - The Documentary

Unit 5 - Culminating Task (ISU)

Course Work

(70% of Final Evaluation)

Creating, Presenting and Performing     

The Creative Process, The Principles of Film/Video, Using Technologies, Tools, and Techniques to produce and present media works. 

40%

Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing             

The Critical Analysis Process, Identity and Values, Connections Beyond the Classroom                    

15%

 Foundations   

Terminology and Definitions, Contexts and Influences, Responsible Practices, Career Exploration.      

15%

Final Summative Assessments                                            

(30% of Final Evaluation)

Independent Study Project                                                     

15%

Final Examination                                                                     

15%

Strand

Specific Expectations

 Creating and Performing

A1.1 use a variety of strategies to generate innovative ideas and to develop and refine detailed plans to address an integrated art challenge, individually and/or collaboratively
A1.2 use the appropriate stages of the creative process to produce and present integrated art works, individually and/or collaboratively, in response to creative challenges, and revise them on the basis of reflection and peer- and self-assessment

A4.2 use a collaborative approach to plan, design, and produce a year-end group presentation of selected art works, including integrated art works
A4.3 demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate standards, conventions, and practices associated with the preparation, promotion, and presentation of art works, including integrated art works/productions, for a variety of purposes

Reflecting, responding, and analysing

B1.3 interpret a variety of art works using the critical analysis process, and reflect on and explain how their interpretation of specific art works has changed over the course of this process
B1.4 communicate their critical judgement of a variety of their own art works and the works of others, and explain the relationship between this stage of the critical analysis process and the creative process

B2.1 explain various functions of the arts in society, with reference to both past and present societies

B2.2 assess, on the basis of research, the ability of the arts to inform and instruct and to contribute to social change

B3.1 analyse how creating, presenting, and analysing a variety of art works has affected their personal values and their understanding of the values of their community and culture and those of other cultures

B3.2 analyse, on the basis of research, the impact of a range of factors on the development of artists from various arts disciplines, and describe factors that have contributed to their own development as an artist
B4.1 demonstrate an understanding of, and apply both inside and outside the arts classroom, skills, character traits, and work habits that are developed though the processes of creating, analysing, presenting, and promoting collaborative and independent art works, including integrated art works/productions

B4.2 describe, on the basis of research, arts-related careers and secondary and postsecondary pathways that reflect their interests and skills

Foundations

C2.1 demonstrate an understanding of symbols used in a variety of past and present art works from various cultures from around the world
C2.2 research, reflect on, and explain how common themes (e.g., love, war, heroism, death, joy, work, nature) are addressed in a variety of past and present art works from various cultures
C2.3 demonstrate an understanding of how past and present social, economic, and/or political factors have affected artistic form and content

C3.3 demonstrate an understanding of ethical and legal practices related to the various arts disciplines, and apply these practices when creating, presenting, or promoting art works, including integrated art works/productions

C4.1 demonstrate an understanding of the development and function and/or theme of various musical forms and conventions

C5.2 analyse, on the basis of research, and report on the characteristics of and ideas in traditional and contemporary music, including Aboriginal music, from Canada and around the world

Student Evaluation Criteria

Term – 70%

Final – 30%

Final Report Card Grade Calculation – 100%

10 ≤ RELATIVE Emphasis / Weighting ≤ 40

Relative Emphasis / Weighting                                                 

Term Total + Final Total = Report Card Mark

Knowledge/Understanding

15

*CULMINATING ACTIVITY

10

Inquiry/Thinking

15

SUMATIVE EVALUATION

20

Communication

15

Application

15

 ^*_{WEIGHTING % TO BE APPLIED CONSISITENTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, TO ANY OF THE FOUR CATEGORIES AT THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENTAL LEVEL FOR ALL SECTIONS OF THE COURSE}

10

* will include: Adobe Premiere, PowerPoint Presentations, GarageBand, iMovie

Term Total

70

Final Total

30

Assessment Format Used

            Written

Performance

Other

Hands-on-Activities

Projects

Teacher observation

Techview: Open/free response

Internet report

Conferencing & interviews

Essay/journals

Projects

Portfolios

Papers/reports

PowerPoint presentations

Skills checklist

Resources

student materials

■    Internet access at home – high speed not required.

excursions

■    To be determined

computer use

■    Extensively scheduled during all lab periods.  Wasting lab time on non-course (checking email, playing games, etc.) Related research will potentially result in under achievement.

course related websites

■    www.celtx.com

■    www.microsoft.com/office

■    www.youtube.com

■    www.adobe.com

■   

■    others will be emailed to all registered students

student materials

Policies & Procedures

PLAGIARISM

See “School Code of Behaviour”

LATE ASSIGNMENTS

Students will be given an opportunity to negotiate due dates based on other course assignments, to receive formative assistance in completing assignments, and time-management assistance. Students will remain after class time to complete assignments. Assignments which are not in time to be marked by the return date will receive a 0. Repeated lates will necessitate parent-student conferences.

MISSED WORK

ABSENCES

See “School Policy of Attendance”- If a student misses a test, assignment for any other evaluation; it is the responsibility of the student to submit documentation and a mutual resolution will be determined.  In the event that the student does not submit a documentation a “zero” grade will be given

HOMEWORK

Homework is assigned to review and complete class work: average 2 hours/week.

Major Assignments when assigned will substitute for regular homework.

TEACHER CONTACTS

Students will receive a bi-weekly progress report for parental review & signature

EXTRA HELP

A buddy-system is established for peer assistance. Pre-school assistance is provided each morning

REPORTING DATES

Within the first quarter of the term, an early warning letter will be sent home for students who are risk of failure; formal reporting at the midterm and at the end of semester. 

Students will be provided confidential confirmation of their progress, by direct means of Markbook.

 Learning Skills Criteria

In each reporting period, report on the quality of the learning skills demonstrated by the student in each of the categories identified on the report card using the following letter symbols.

E–Excellent       G–Good                                 

S–Satisfactory              N–Needs Improvement

SKILL: Works Independently

Indicators:

• accomplishes tasks independently

• accepts responsibility for completing tasks

• follows instructions

• regularly completes assignments on time and with care

• demonstrates self-direction in learning

• independently selects, evaluates, and uses appropriate learning materials, resources, and activities

• demonstrates persistence in bringing tasks to completion

• uses time effectively

• uses prior knowledge and experience to solve problems and make decisions

• reflects on learning experiences

SKILL: Organization

Indicators:

• organizes work when faced with a number of tasks

• devises and follows a coherent plan to complete a task

• follows specific steps to reach goals or to make improvements

• revises steps and strategies when necessary to achieve a goal

• manages and uses time effectively and creatively

• demonstrates ability to organize and manage information

• follows an effective process for inquiry and research

• uses appropriate information technologies to organize information and tasks

SKILL: Initiative

Indicators:

• seeks out new opportunities for learning

• responds to challenges and takes risks

• demonstrates interest and curiosity about concepts, objects, events, and resources

• seeks necessary and additional information in print, electronic, and media resources

• identifies problems to solve, conducts investigations, and generates questions for further inquiry

• requires little prompting to complete a task, displaying self-motivation and self-direction

• approaches new learning situations with confidence and a positive attitude

• develops original ideas and devises innovative procedures

• attempts a variety of learning activities

• seeks assistance when needed

• uses information technologies in creative ways to improve learning for self or others

SKILL: Teamwork

Indicators:

• works willingly and cooperatively with others

• shares resources, materials, and equipment with others

• responds and is sensitive to the needs and welfare of others

• solves problems collaboratively

• accepts various roles, including leadership roles

• takes responsibility for his or her own share of the work to be done

• works to help achieve the goals of the group or the class

• helps to motivate others, encouraging them to participate

• contributes information and ideas to solve problems and make decisions

• questions the ideas of the group to seek clarification, test thinking, or reach agreement

• shows respect for the ideas and opinions of others in the group or class

• listens attentively, without interrupting

• in discussions, paraphrases points of view and asks questions to clarify meaning and promote understanding

• recognizes the contribution of group members by means of encouragement, support, or praise

• seeks consensus and negotiates agreement before making decisions

SKILL: Work Habits/Homework

Indicators:

• completes homework on time and with care

• puts forth consistent effort

• follows directions

• shows attention to detail

• uses materials and equipment effectively

• begins work promptly and uses time effectively

• perseveres with complex projects that require sustained effort

• applies effective study practices