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KS3 & KS4 art and design curriculum

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Art and design
Year 7

An overview of art

6 lessons

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  • Collage
  • Digital
  • Draw
  • Paint
  • Sculpt

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In this unit pupils enhance their critical thinking exploring art from various perspectives. They discuss what defines art, study galleries and museums and art's connection to the curriculum. They consider drawing and how emotions are expressed using this medium.

This unit is useful for pupils as they transition to secondary school, where they will encounter more complex and diverse ideas. By exploring what defines art and examining its role across various contexts, pupils develop critical thinking and analytical skills. This unit encourages them to question and appreciate art's multifaceted nature, preparing them for more advanced art studies. Addressing common challenges like drawing confidence helps build resilience and fosters a growth mindset in their artistic journey.

  1. This is art: the power of collaborative making
  2. “I can’t draw!" Building confidence through drawing techniques
  3. Viewpoints and techniques: disability and art
  4. Art can change the world: text based art
  5. That's not art!
  6. Art, empire and museums: who owns art?
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