Family Photo
In this lesson, students will explore how to edit images, like family photos, with different pixelated effects. Students will use these functions to complete their laser work with transparent acrylic and wooden lamp base. Students will know that laser works can be done with flat materials like plywood, acrylic or felts, and many semi-finished materials in different shapes and textures.

Lesson
Overview
Description
In this lesson, students will explore how to edit images, like family photos, with different pixelated effects. Students will use these functions to complete their laser work with transparent acrylic and wooden lamp base. Students will know that laser works can be done with flat materials like plywood, acrylic or felts, and many semi-finished materials in different shapes and textures.
Objectives
By the end of class, students will be able to:
Master the functions of image editing in XCS
Outline images inserted in different ways
Test new materials for precise process parameters
Agenda
Section 1 - Introduction (5 minutes)
Talk about the possibilities of using photos to make laser project
Show some customized forms of family photos, like puzzles, portrait
Section 2 - Explore (10 minutes)
Image edit functions in XCS
What is Bitmap mode
New material's process parameters
Section 3 - Design & Create (15 minutes)
Edit family photos in the proper way
Finish the laserwork
Try to engrave the wooden lamp base
Section 4 - Presentation (10 minutes)
Share everyone's laser work/design
Compare and talk about the differences among their laser works
Section 5 - Evaluate (5 minutes)
Review the lesson objectives
Review challenges and how they were overcome
Before the Lesson
Pre-Lesson Checklist
For the teacher:
finished laserwork on wooden lamp base
Computer with XCS (xTool Creative Space) installed
xTool P2 connected to the Smoke Purifier
300mm*300mm*3mm transparent acrylic
wooden lamp base
For the students:
Computer with XCS (xTool Creative Space) installed
300mm*300mm*3mm transparent acrylic
wooden lamp base
Family photos
Introduction
Introduction
This lesson could be introduced with a family photo display in different ways; a puzzle, portrait illustration or customized photo engraved on wood. Invite students to talk about the family photos they have seen before. What interesting things make them memorable? Discuss how to use lasers on customized family photos.
Explore
Explore
In Lesson 6, students used a personal photo to customize everyone’s mask, but we didn't edit the photo in XCS. There are many editing tools that can help us to work with photos, like 'Filter, Edit, Trace and Bitmap mode'. Students can use their personal photo to test these tools first. Explore why we need these tools and how they can help us with laser projects.
Step 1: Insert a photo and try to delete the background in 'Edit image'. This can help us to engrave portraits clearly.
Try to adjust the number of 'Fuzziness' then clicking the background in the photo to delete. See what will happen, and which number is the best.
Step 2: If you still have some details that need to be refined, try the 'eraser'. Adjust the number and drag it over the area you want to erase.
Tip: We can zoom in on the photo for cleaning the small piece carefully.
Step 3: Save the changes you made and we will go back to the home screen, then try the options in Bitmap mode'. Since we can't see the corresponding effects of these options immediately, here is an official file we can read at the same time. For understanding the differences among all these options.
https://projects.xtool.com/tips/108
Step 4: For testing, we can reduce the size of the test photo to reduce the engraving time. Gather 4-6 test photos on one piece acrylic.
Step 5: If you are not satisfied with all these Bitmap modes, there is another choice for editing photos, called 'Filter', please have a try and see how this photo will be changed.
Step 6: The customized photo will go onto a wooden lamp base, so we will need to use transparent acrylic for engraving. Now let's test the best laser engrave parameter for this material.
Design & Create
Design & Create
Students will edit their family photos in proper mode and use P2 to do laser work. Students need to measure transparent acrylic in a suitable size. A few students will be able to complete their laser work during the class, the other students might have to complete their work after class.
Step 1: Insert your family photo and edit it to a proper mode which you test in the last section.
Step 2: Measure the size of the wood lamp base to make sure of the length and width of the transparent acrylic board.
Step 3: Engrave your family photo and cut it off, put it on the lamp base.
Step 4: If students have enough time, they can also design a slogan or headline for the wood lamp base.
Presentation
Presentation
Invite students to share their laser work or designs and compare their photo edition to find the differences. Every photo and design will be unique to each student.
Teachers also can ask a few questions like 'Which bitmap mode is your favourite? How did these editing tools help during the design process? What suggestions do you have for XCS? What are some of the unique elements that your classmates used in their designs?'
Evaluate
Evaluate
Now let's review some key points in this lesson and give a hint to students for Lesson 9.
When we use an 'eraser', what else can we do for cleaning the small piece in photos?
Any differences among the options of Bitmap mode, which one is your favourite?
What number of 'Fuzziness' is the best choice for editing your family photo, why?
Do you think P2 can engrave on curved objects? How can we do that?
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Educational Standards
British Columbia - Grade 7-12
Grade 7 (Mathematics)
Model
Acting it out, using concrete materials (e.g., manipulatives), drawing pictures or diagrams, building, programming
Grade 7 (Applied Design, Skills and Technologies)
Defining
Choose a design opportunity
Identify key features or potential users and their requirements
Computers and Communications Devices
Strategies for identifying and troubleshooting simple hardware and software problems
Function of input and output devices, including 3D printing and adaptive technologies for those with special needs
Applied Technologies
Select, and as needed learn about, appropriate tools and technologies to extend their capability to complete a task
Grade 8 (Applied Design, Skills and Technologies)
Applied Technologies
Select, and as needed learn about, appropriate tools and technologies to extend their capability to complete a task
Making
Identify and use appropriate tools, technologies, and materials for production
Grade 9 (Applied Design, Skills and Technologies)
Applied Technologies
Choose, adapt, and if necessary learn about appropriate tools and technologies to use for tasks
Applied Skills
Demonstrate an awareness of precautionary and emergency safety procedures in both physical and digital environments
Identify the skills and skill levels needed, individually or as a group, in relation to specific projects, and develop and refine them as needed
Making
Use materials in ways that minimize waste
Grade 10 (Technology Explorations)
Ideating
Take creative risks in generating ideas and add to others’ ideas in ways that enhance them
Identify and use sources of inspiration
Making
Use materials in ways that minimize waste
Grade 11 (Electronics)
Applied Technologies
Explore existing, new, and emerging tools, technologies, and systems to evaluate suitability for design interest
Grade 12 (Industrial Coding and Design)
Defining
Establish a point of view for a chosen design opportunity
Alberta - Grade 7-12
Grade 7 (English Language Arts) Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences
use appropriate terminology to discuss developing abilities in personal language learning and use
listen and respond constructively to alternative ideas or opinions
talk with others to elaborate ideas, and ask specific questions to seek helpful feedback
Grade 7 (Mathematics) General Outcome: Use direct and indirect measurement to solve problems.
Grade 7 (Mathematics) General Outcome Describe and analyze position and motion of objects and shapes.
Grade 7 (Mathematics) General Outcome Describe the characteristics of 3-D objects and 2-D shapes, and analyze the relationships among them.
3. Perform geometric constructions, including: • perpendicular line segments • parallel line segments • perpendicular bisectors • angle bisectors.[CN, R, V]
Grade 8 (Mathematics) General Outcome Use direct and indirect measurement to solve problems.
Grade 8 (Mathematics) General Outcome Describe and analyze position and motion of objects and shapes.
Grade 8 (English Language Arts) Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences
examine and reflect on own growth in effective use of language to revise and extend personal goals
acknowledge the value of the ideas and opinions of others in exploring and extending personal interpretations and perspectives
Grade 9 (English Language Arts) Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences
reflect on own growth in language learning and use, by considering progress over time and the attainment of personal goals
examine and re-examine ideas, information and experiences from different points of view to find patterns and see relationships
Grade 9 (English Language Arts) Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to manage ideas and information.
synthesize ideas and information from a variety of sources to develop own opinions, points of view and general impressions
Grades 7, 8, 9 (ICT) C1 3.5 analyze and synthesize information to create a product
Grades 7, 8, 9 (ICT) F1 3.4 demonstrate an understanding that digital technology follows a logical order of operations
Grades 10 - 12 (ICT) F2 4.4 evaluate possible potential for emerging technologies
Grades 10 - 12 (ICT) P4 4.3 use integrated software effectively and efficiently to reproduce work that incorporates data, graphics and text
Saskatchewan - Grade 7-9
(Grade 7) SS7.3 Demonstrate an understanding of 2-D relationships involving lines and angles.
(j) Use geometric constructions to create a design or picture, and identify the constructions present in the design
(Grade 8) CP8.12 (e) take risks by working with innovative ideas, unfamiliar styles, or media
(Grade 8) CP8.12 (f) explains original intent, why choices were made, how problems were solved, and how work might be refined or extended.
(Grade 9) (a) SS9.3 Observe and describe 2-D shapes, relevant to self, family, or community, that are similar.
(Grade 9) CP9.12 Solve visual art problems in new and unfamiliar ways.
(a) CP9.12 Take risks by working in unfamiliar ways (e.g., new ideas, techniques, or media)
(b) experiment with new ways of using symbols and manipulation of images.
(c) Solve visual art challenges or problems in innovative ways (e.g., imaginative use of point of view, perspective, colour theory, proportion, exaggeration, or distortion).
(d) describe own decision-making and problem-solving processes, and reflect on the effectiveness of choices made.
(Design Studies 10) DEST2 Explore common principles and elements of design.
Identify common elements of design, including; line, form, space, texture, light, colour, type, value and pattern
Describe common principles of design, including; balance, proportion, scale, rhythm, emphasis, contrast, unity and harmony
(Design Studies 10) DEST3 (i) Critically evaluate the efficacy of design decisions made within the prototype.
(j) Adapt and refine the design to reflect data gleaned from the testing of prototypes.
DEST 7 (f) Reflect on the solutions to problems in a journal or portfolio.
DEST9 (d) Identify modifications to improve a current design.
DEST11 (f) Identify a variety of products that share a function but use a variety of aesthetic choices, such as colour, shape, size and surface texture.
(g) Describe how the aesthetic choices of form can detract from or enhance the functionality of a variety of products (e.g., a convertible rooftop on a car may look attractive but is not functional to heat the interior of the car in cold temperatures).
(h) Explore how form impacts the way we interact with a product, leading to preference of one product over another (e.g., clothing, washroom fixtures).
DEST12 (b) Use virtual spaces to create prototypes and models of designs.
(c) Develop two-dimensional models of products.
DEST 16 Create a two-dimensional graphic representation using the elements and principles of design.
(a) Identify the purpose of graphic design as a form of communication with an audience.
(b) Apply the elements and principles of graphic design in a two-dimensional creation, such as a web page, logo or advertisement.
(i) Assess graphic design products and software and justify the rationale for personal design choices.
DEST18 Critique proposed design solutions to improve overall design.
(a) Create norms for assessing work and providing feedback in a respectful and professional manner.
(g) Offer and accept feedback, constructively and effectively, to improve a design.
(DESIGN 20)
DEST 6 Implement the creative design process for a given scenario.
Manitoba - Grade 7-12
Grade 7 Science Learning
7-0-1C Identify practical problems to solve. (GLO C3)
7-0-4B Construct a prototype. (GLO C3)
7-0-9B Express interest in a broad scope of science and technology-related fields and issues.
Grade 8 Science Learning
8-0-1c Identify practical problems to solve (GLO C3)
8-0-4B Construct a prototype. (GLO C3)
8-0-9b Express interest in a broad scope of science- and technology related fields and issues. (GLO B4)
Grade 9 Mathematics
9.SS.4. Draw and interpret scale diagrams of 2-D shapes.
9.SS.5 Demonstrate an understanding of line and rotational symmetry.
Grade 10 Mathematics
10E1.G.1 Explain, using examples, the effect of changing the measurement of one or more dimensions on area and perimeter of rectangles.
Grade 10 Career Development
GLO H: Participate in lifelong learning supportive of life/work goals. SLOs 3.H.1–3.H.6
Grade 11 Applied Mathematics
11A.L.1 Analyze and prove conjectures, using inductive and deductive reasoning, to solve problems.
Grade 11 Career Development
GLO H: Participate in lifelong learning supportive of live/work goals. SLOs 3.H.1–3.H.3
Grade 12 Applied Mathematics
12E5.P.1
Explain why, in a given context, a certain degree of precision is required.
Explain why, in a given context, a certain degree of accuracy is required.
Explain, using examples, the difference between precision and accuracy.
Grade 12 Career Development
GLO H: Participate in lifelong learning supportive of live/work goals. SLOs 3.H.1–3.H.3
Ontario - Grade 7-12
Grade 7 - (Science and Technology) A1.3 use an engineering design process and associated skills to design, build and test devices, models, structures, and/or systems
Grade 7 - (Science and Technology) D1.4 use a variety of materials, tools, techniques, and technologies to determine solutions to increasingly complex design challenges
Grade 7 (Mathematics) E1.2 draw top, front, and side views, as well as perspective views, of objects and physical spaces, using appropriate scales
Grade 8 - (Science and Technology) A1.3 use an engineering design process and associated skills to design, build and test devices, models, structures, and/or systems
Grade 8 - (Science and Technology) D1.4 use a variety of materials, tools, techniques, and technologies to determine solutions to increasingly complex design challenges
Grade 8 (Mathematics) E1.1 identify geometric properties of tessellating shapes and identify the transformations that occur in the tessellations
Grade 8 (Mathematics) E1.2 make objects and models using appropriate scales, given their top, front, and side views or their perspective views
Grade 8 (Mathematics) E1.3 use scale drawings to calculate actual lengths and areas, and reproduce scale drawings at different ratios
Grade 9 (Mathematics) E1.2 create and analyse designs involving geometric relationships and circle and triangle properties, using various tools
Grade 9 (Mathematics) E1.4 show how changing one or more dimensions of a two-dimensional shape and a three-dimensional object affects perimeter/ circumference, area, surface area, and volume, using technology when appropriate
Grade 9 (AVI10) - A3.1 explore and experiment with a variety of media/materials and traditional and/or emerging technologies, tools, and techniques, and apply them to produce art works
Grade 9 (TIJ10) B2.1 use appropriate tools, materials, and equipment
Grade 9 (AVI10) A1.3 document their use of the creative process in a portfolio
Grade 9 (TIJ10) B2.4 demonstrate the ability to use, maintain, and store tools and equipment properly and with care
Grade 10 (ICD20) - A1.2 use a variety of tools and processes to plan, design, and share algorithms and computational artifacts
Grade 10 (TMJ20) B2.3 use correct procedures to prepare materials for the manufacture of a product
Grade 11 (TMJ3M) B3.4 use a computer to operate and control a manufacturing system
Grade 12 (TMJ4M) B3.2 use computers to operate and control systems in the assembly or fabrication of a product
Quebec - Elementary & Secondary
Elementary (Mathematics, Science and Technology)
Comparing and constructing figures made with closed curved lines or closed straight lines
Elementary (Visual Arts)
Putting together volumes (paper, cardboard and objects)
Line
(curved, straight, etc)
Elementary (English Language Arts)
The student follows a process in collaboration with peers that includes the following stages:
In collaboration with group members:
Seeking of feedback from peers
The student uses language to communicate information, experiences and point of view by:
Sharing of information with peers and teacher
Talking about responses and point of view with peers and teacher
Asking and answering questions from peers and teacher
Talking through new ideas and information
Developing of new vocabulary to express new ideas and to meet the demands of different social contexts
The student uses language (talk) for learning and thinking by:
Participating in collaborative reading, writing, viewing, visually representing, listening and talking activities:
Planning of a project
Sharing of ideas and points of view
Planning of a cross-curricular or mixed media project
Practising effective strategies for problem solving:
Hypothesizing about, or trying out, different ways of thinking about a problem
Planning of or projecting of new ways to use new knowledge
Investigation of alternative solutions to a problem
Secondary (Mathematics)
Competency 2
Forms and applies networks of mathematical concepts and processes
Makes connections between different networks of concepts and processes
Uses different types of representations
Constructs Proofs
Chooses a type of representation
Competency 3
Interprets or conveys mathematical messages
Expresses his/her ideas using mathematical language, taking into account its rules and conventions as well as the context
Has discussions based on mathematical messages
Secondary (Visual Arts)
Competency 1
Uses ideas to create a visual arts work
Explores various ways of conveying creative ideas through images
Chooses ideas and anticipates his/her creative project
Shares his/her experience of visual arts creation
Analyzes his/her creative intention and progress
Identifies what he/she has learned and methods used
Competency 2
Uses ideas to create a media production
Is open to stimulus for creation
Chooses ideas and plans a media creation project
Organizes his/her media production
Reviews his/her choices of material and language
Shares his/her appreciation experience
Identifies what he/she has learned and the methods used
New Brunswick - Grade 6-12
Grades 6, 7, 8 (Visual Arts)
Create works of art using identified media and corresponding techniques appropriate to their artistic development.
Technology - demonstrate an understanding of the elements of art and principles of design using the computer to generate images
Create design/images on subjects, topics and themes relevant to the art and other curriculum areas
Materials - use tools, materials and equipment safely
Grade 7 (English Language Arts)
Describe and contribute thoughts, feelings, and experiences and compare to those of their peers.
Give and respond to a variety of directions and instructions.
Grade 7 (Mathematics)
Perform geometric constructions.
Grade 7 (Visual Arts)
Analyze elements of art and principles of design to develop skills, language, techniques, and processes.
Create and present expressive work in visual arts for a range of audiences and purposes using a variety of art media including technology.
Grade 8 (English Language Arts)
Use language of harmony and respect,self-monitoring and adjusting as appropriate.
Give and respond to a variety of directions and instructions.
Grade 8 (Visual Arts)
Analyze the elements of art and the principles of design to develop skills, language, techniques, and processes.
Create and present expressive work in visual arts for a range of audiences and purposes using a variety of art media including technology.
Grade 9 (Visual Arts)
Synthesize the elements of art and the principles of design to develop skills, language, techniques, and processes.
Identify properties of a variety of media and technological processes by their sensory qualities and ability to convey message and meaning
Manipulate and organize design elements to achieve planned compositions
Use materials and tools safely
Critique artistic intent in their own and others’ expressive works.
Examine the influences of expanding technology on individuals and society
Critique the work of self and others constructively
Analyze their own artworks considering their original intent using feedback from others
Analyze how meaning is embedded in works of art
Grades 9, 10 (English Language Arts)
1. Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
examine the ideas of others in discussion to clarify and extend their own understanding
3. Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
demonstrate active listening and respect for the needs, rights, and feelings of others
analyse the positions of others
Grade 11 (English Language Arts)
1. Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
follow up on and extend others’ ideas in order to reflect upon their own interpretation of experiences
ask perceptive/probing questions to explore ideas and gain information
2. Students will be expected to communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and to respond personally and critically.
use their awareness of the difference between formal and informal speech to interact effectively in panel discussions, formal debates, and other structured and formal situations
3. Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
demonstrate sensitivity and respect in interaction with peers and others in both informal and formal situations
Grade 12 (English Language Arts)
1. Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
examine others’ ideas and synthesize what is helpful to clarify and expand on their own understanding
ask discriminating questions to acquire, interpret, analyse, and evaluate ideas and information
3. Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
consistently demonstrate active listening and concern for the needs, rights, and feelings of others
Nova Scotia - Grade 7-12
Grades 7, 8 (Technology Education) Apply the design process to a project
Grades 7, 8 (Technology Education) Learners will construct a solution to a design challenge
Evaluate available materials to address a design challenge (COM/CI/CT)
Plan a solution to a design challenge (CI/CT/PCD/TF)
Analyse a prototype in relation to a design challenge (COM/CI/CT)
Investigate how prototypes can be modified to address a design challenge (CI/CT)
Grade 7 (Visual Arts) Learners will create purposeful and meaningful works of art
Apply the elements of art and principles of design in works of art (COM/CI/TF)
Investigate how personal meaning is expressed in works of art (CZ/COM/PCD/CI/CT)
Analyse how the creative process is used in creating works of art (COM/PCD/CI/CT)
Investigate how studio etiquette and safe practices of arts media and tools contribute to the creation of works of art (CZ/PCD)
Grade 7 (Visual Arts) Learners will formulate personal responses to a variety of works of art
Investigate how personal responses can be useful in informing the development of works of art (CI/COM)
Analyse how viewing and/or creating art influences personal development (CZ/COM/PCD)
Creating, Making and Presenting
2. create and/or present, collaboratively and independently expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences
Perceiving and Responding
6. apply critical thinking and problem- solving strategies to reflect on and respond to their own and others’ expressive works
7. understand the role of technologies in creating and responding to expressive works
Grades 7, 8 (Visual Arts)
GCO 1: Students will be expected to explore, challenge, develop and express ideas using the skills, language, techniques and processes of the arts
(1.1) select and apply design principles and the elements of art to achieve compositions
(1.4) demonstrate increasing complexity in art skills and techniques
(1.5) explore how the elements of art affect meaning in their own artwork and the art of others (grade 7)
Describe their own artwork and the art of others in terms of the elements of art (grade 8)
Grade 7 (Visual Arts) GCO 2: Students will be expected to create and/or present, collaboratively and independently expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences
(2.1) construct art that embodies meaning
(2.3) reflect on their artwork, identifying strengths and areas for improvement
Grade 8 (Visual Arts) GCO 2: Students will be expected to create and/or present, collaboratively and independently expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences
Discuss art in terms of the personal meaning that is portrayed
Identify aesthetic strengths and the potential for growth in work from their own portfolios
Grades 7, 8 (6.2) constructively critique their own work and the work of others
Grades 7, 8, 9 (6.4) engage in critical reflective thinking as part of the decision-making and problem-solving process
Grade 9 (Visual Arts) GCO 6: Students will be expected to apply critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to reflect on and respond to their own and others’ expressive works
Grade 9 (Visual Arts) GCO 1: Students will be expected to explore, challenge, develop and express ideas using the skills, language, techniques and processes of the arts
Manipulate and organize design elements to achieve planned compositions
Respond verbally and visually to the use of art elements in personal works and the works of others
Grade 9 (Mathematics) SCO G03 Students will be expected to draw and interpret scale diagrams of 2-D shapes. [CN, R, T, V]
G03.02 Draw a diagram to scale that represents an enlargement or a reduction of a given 2-D shape.
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) CM 1.1 independently plan and realize artworks using knowledge of art and design elements and principles
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) CM 1.4 communicate personal response to the use of art and design elements using the critical language of visual arts
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) CM 2.1 use symbols in a variety of media to communicate personal meaning
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) CM 2.4 acknowledge and respect individual approaches to and opinions of art in a collaborative learning environment
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) PR 6.4 engage in critical reflective thinking as part of the decision- making and problem-solving process
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) CM 1.5 apply a variety of techniques in the art-making process, from concept to finished work
Grade 10 (Visual Arts) PR 7.2 begin to develop skills in making informed judgments about the use of various media and technological processes, considering their ability to convey meaning
Grade 10 GCO E: Students will demonstrate spatial sense and apply geometric concepts, properties, and relationships.
KSCO i: extend spatial sense in a variety of mathematical contexts
KSCO ii: interpret and classify geometric figures, translate between synthetic (Euclidean) and coordinate representations, and apply geometric properties and relationships
Grade 11 GCO D: Students will demonstrate an understanding of and apply concepts and skills associated with measurement.
KSCO ii: determine measurements in a wide variety of problem situations and determine specified degrees of precision, accuracy, and error of measurements
Grade 11 (Mathematics) GCO E: Students will demonstrate spatial sense and apply geometric concepts, properties, and relationships.
Grade 11 (Visual Arts)
1. explore, challenge, develop, and express ideas, using the skills, language, techniques, and processes of the arts
2. create and/or present, collaboratively and independently, expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences and purposes
Students will be expected to explore, challenge, develop, and express ideas, using the skills, language, techniques, and processes of the arts.
CM 1.1 develop and realize artworks demonstrating skilful knowledge of formal design principles
CM 1.4 demonstrate the ability to articulate understanding of formal design principles
CM 1.5 refine the art-making process through personal skill development from concept to finish
By the end of grade 11, students will be expected to
CM 2.3 make critical and articulate judgments when collaboratively sorting, arranging, and displaying artworks
CM 2.4 encourage peers to express individual approaches to and opinions of aesthetic forms in collaborative learning environments
Grade 12 (Visual Arts)
1. Students will be expected to explore, challenge, develop, and express ideas, using the skills, language, techniques, and processes of the arts.
CM 1.1 assess and apply complex image development techniques
CM 1.3 create artwork that communicates intentions
2. Students will be expected to create and/or present, collaboratively and independently, expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences and purposes.
By the end of grade 12, students will be expected to
CM 2.5 engage in artistic inquiry, exploration, and discovery in collaboration with others
GCO E: Students will demonstrate spatial sense and apply geometric concepts, properties, and relationships.
Grade 12 GCO 1: Students will be expected to demonstrate a basic understanding of the mathematics required to complete measurement problems found in various trades.
Prince Edward Island - Grade 7-9
Grades 7, 8, 9 (Visual Arts)
explore, challenge, develop, and express ideas, using skills, language, techniques, and processes of the arts
create and/or present, collaboratively and independently, expressive products in the arts for a range of audiences and purposes
apply critical-thinking and problem-solving strategies to reflect on and respond to their own and others’ expressive works
L1/2 S.1 demonstrate proper care of themselves, tools, materials, equipment, products, and workspace
L1AU.6 demonstrate growth in their own style when creating visual images
L2D.1 demonstrate spatial techniques in 2-D images
Grades 7, 8, 9 (Career and Technical Education)
SCO A.1 apply general safety practices and policies.
SCO B.3 demonstrate construction and fabrication techniques accurately, and in the correct sequence to complete a given task or design challenge
B.3.5 assemble project components in a logical and efficient sequence
SCO B.3 design projects to solve technical challenges, individually or in small groups, applying a design process to plan, develop, and evaluate the project
B.3.4 design projects in accordance with specifications;
B.3.5 fabricate project components in a logical and efficient sequence;
SCO B.4 produce technical drawings to support solutions to design challenges
B.4.1 apply mathematical skills involving fractions, decimals, estimation, and geometry to support solutions to design challenges;
B.4.2 describe the function of basic drawing equipment;
SCO C.1 demonstrate basic design and critical thinking strategies to solve technological problems
C.1.3 propose a variety of design solutions to technological problems;
Grade 7 (English Language Arts)
GCO 1: Speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
express ideas and points of view using appropriate communication
GCO 2: Communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and to respond personally and critically.
GCO 3: Interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
Grade 8 (English Language Arts)
express ideas and points of view using effective communication.
Visual Arts 401A
OKS10.2 demonstrate and apply knowledge of the elements of art and design
Visual Arts 501A
OKS11.1 apply proper safety skills and knowledge to themselves, others, tools, equipment, products, and the workspace
Visual Arts 601A
OKS12.5 demonstrate an advancement in their development of technical skills and use
of mediaOKS12.8 describe the effects of technologies on visual images
Visual Arts 621A
OKS12.4 work independently
OKS12.5 demonstrate an advancement in their development of technical skills and use of media
OKS12.8 analyse the effects of technologies on visual images
Design Technology 701A
A.2 Demonstrate an understanding of design: Line; Texture; Colour; Value; Shape; Form; Space.
Applied Mathematics MAT801A
D1 select and use appropriate measuring devices involving metric measurement
Newfoundland and Labrador - Grade 7-9
Grade 7 (English Language Arts)
1. Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
examine others’ ideas in discussion to extend their own understanding
3. Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
3.1 demonstrate active speaking and listening skills
8. Students will be expected to use writing and other forms of representation to explore, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and learnings; and to use their imaginations.
consider others’ perspectives
reflect on problems and responses to problems
Grade 8 (Production Technology)
3.0 evaluate the suitability of particular production materials for a particular purpose.
4.0 identify production tools and machines used for processing.
5.0 identify methods used to achieve production processes.
Grade 8 (English Language Arts)
GCO 2: Students will be expected to communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and to respond personally and critically.
GCO 3: Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
3.1 demonstrate active speaking and listening skills
3.2 express ideas and opinions in a manner that reflects sensitivity and shows respect to others
Key Stage 9
demonstrate active listening and respect for the needs, rights, and feelings of others
3.1 demonstrate active speaking and listening skills
3.2 express ideas and opinions in a manner that reflects sensitivity and shows respect to others
Grade 9 (English Language Arts)
GCO 1: Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.1 examine their own and others’ ideas during discussion
1.2 ask questions calling for elaboration, clarification, or qualification
GCO 3: Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
3.1 demonstrate responsive speaking and listening skills
3.2 express ideas and opinions in a manner that reflects sensitivity and shows respect to others
English 1201
GCO 1: Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.1 examine their own ideas when listening
1.1 examine their own ideas when listening
GCO 2: Students will be expected to communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and to respond personally and critically.
2.1 use a range of strategies that contribute to effective informal communication
GCO 3: Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
consistently demonstrate active listening and concern for the needs, rights, and feelings of others
English 2201
GCO 1: Students will be expected to speak and listen to explore, extend, clarify, and reflect on their thoughts, ideas, feelings, and experiences.
1.0 assess their own ideas and points of view in response to others’ ideas and questions
GCO 2: Students will be expected to communicate information and ideas effectively and clearly, and to respond personally and critically.
7.0 adjust language and delivery when responding personally and critically
GCO 3: Students will be expected to interact with sensitivity and respect, considering the situation, audience, and purpose.
9.0 evaluate how respect for others is demonstrated when interacting
Nunavut
Nunavut follows Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba curriculum standards.
Yukon
Yukon follows British Columbia curriculum standards.
Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories follows British Columbia curriculum standards.
