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Electronic Design I (ACP) 836
Exploring paper construction techniques

TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 9-12
CONTACT:

         MAP LEVEL:

01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART --- 01.4.2.9.1 --- 01.4.5.9.3 --- 01.4.6.9.3 --- 01.4.6.9.4 --- 01.4.1.9.1
04.2 LRIT - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY --- 04.2.1.9.1 --- 04.2.3.9.1 --- 04.2.4.9.1 --- 04.2.5.9.8
03.0 LANGUAGE ARTS --- 03.0.2.9.1 --- 03.0.1.9.1



1. What is the best cutting tool for the job?
2. What is the best way to fold that up?
3. How does this glue work?
4. Where could the designer creatively use these folding techniques?
5. How does the designer create a package to communicate his or her ideas?



This unit emphasizes learning cutting and pasting techniques-knife, scissor, and glues, learning folding techniques-pop-ups and origami folds, book-making techniques, package design, and craftsmanship.



When learning cutting and pasting techniques, students will develop the ability to:
-- apply safe cutting and gluing techniques,
-- effectively/efficiently use cutting and gluing tools and materials,
-- understand and apply folding techniques-pop-ups and origami folds,
-- use book-making techniques,
-- explore package design ideas and techniques.




All students will:

-- demonstrate an understanding of the creative process,
-- demonstrate an understanding of the elements and principles of art,
-- demonstrate an understanding of cutting, measuring, and gluing techniques,
-- demonstrate an understanding of good visual design,
-- recieve feedback on their own artwork,
-- be involved in group discussions of their work,
-- be required to communicate ideas through writing,
-- be instructed on the effective presentation of their work to a group.



1. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
2. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem solving, providing an avenue for learning, how to talk about art, how to view art, and how to improve one's skills.



field trips to local art colleges and art museums
guest speakers for communication arts and higher education options
applications for state and national design competitions



Equipment:
One fully equiped, up-to-date Macintosh computer system per student
One computer system for the teacher with additional RAM, processor speed, and storage to handle the course requirements
One digital projector system for presentation
Up to four, efficient color printers with abilities to print sizes up to 24X34"
Three digital scanners
Three, 5+ megapixel digital cameras
Other hands-on building equipment for cutting and pasting



Prerequisite courses are: Art 1