England
Art KS3
To know about great artists, craft makers and designers, and understand the historical and cultural development of their art forms.
Pupils should be taught
- to use a range of techniques and media
- to increase their proficiency in the handling of different materials
- to analyse and evaluate their own work, and that of others, in order to strengthen the visual impact or applications of their work
- about the history of art, craft, design and architecture, including periods, styles and major movements from ancient times up to the present day
Design Technology KS3
Design
- use research and exploration, such as the study of different cultures, to identify and understand user needs
Make
- select from and use a wider, more complex range of materials, components and ingredients, taking into account their properties
Evaluate
- analyse the work of past and present professionals and others to develop and broaden their understanding
Wales
Art and Design KS3
At Key Stage 3, learners build on the skills, knowledge and understanding acquired at Key Stage 2. They achieve this through an increased ability to make connection between their creative investigations in the making of their own work and the work of other artist craftworkers and designers. Art and design stimulates creativity and imagination by encouraging pupils to challenge assumptions, look at things in a new way, be receptive to new ideas and make informed judgments and practical decisions to communicate their ideas and feelings.
Skills; explore the diverse working practices of artists, craftworkers and designers from different cultures
Understanding; Investigating, Making
Design and Technology KS3
Students should be taught to design and make products by combining their designing and making skills with knowledge and understanding in contexts that allow them to make decisions based on the values that underpin society, helping them become active and informed citizens.
Range; activities in which they design and make products, focusing on different contexts and materials.
Designing; Making
Skills Framework 3-19 years http://learning.gov.wales/docs/learningwales/publications/140626-skills-framework-for-3-19-year-olds-en.pdf
Northern Ireland
The Arts; Art & Design
http://www.nicurriculum.org.uk/docs/key_stage_3/statutory_requirements/ks3_artdesign.pdf
Developing pupils’ Knowledge, Understanding and Skills
(Objective 2) Developing pupils as Contributors to Society; Explore the diversity of various
cultures that are expressed through Art & Design
Science and Technology: Technology and Design
Developing pupils’ Knowledge, Understanding and Skills
(Objective 2) Developing pupils as Contributors to Society; Opportunities must also be provided
to explore issues related to:
- Cultural Understanding
- Ethical Awareness
Scotland
Expressive Arts
http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/Images/expressive_arts_experiences_outcomes_tcm4-539863.pdf
Participation in Performances and Presentations
Art and Design
I can use the visual elements and concepts with sensitivity to express qualities and relationships and convey information, thoughts and feelings. I can use my skills and creativity to generate original ideas in my expressive and design work. (EXA 4-03a)